Estatura (en. Height)
/es.ta.tu.ɾa/
Meaning & Definition
EnglishSpanish
noun
Measurement of a human's height.
The average height of men in his country is 1.75 meters.
La estatura promedio de los hombres en su país es de 1.75 metros.
Height of an object or place.
The height of the mountain is impressive, measuring over 3000 meters.
La estatura de la montaña es impresionante, mide más de 3000 metros.
Dimension or size of a person standing upright.
His height allows him to play as a forward on the basketball team.
Su estatura le permite jugar de delantero en el equipo de baloncesto.
Etymology
From Latin 'statura', which means 'height, size'.
Common Phrases and Expressions
of great height
Refers to someone of great height.
a gran estatura
moral height
Refers to the dignity or respect that a person deserves due to their principles.
estatura moral
be up to the mark
Means to meet the expectations or requirements of a situation.
estar a la altura
Related Words
tall
One who has great height.
alto
short
One who has short height.
bajo
stadiometer
Instrument for measuring height.
estaturómetro
Slang Meanings
Average height
At the beach, everyone noticed that he had an average height.
En la playa, todos notaron que tenía una estatura media.
Short height
Despite her short height, she is very skilled in sports.
A pesar de su poca estatura, es muy hábil en deportes.