Fénix (en. Phoenix)

/ˈfeniks/

Meaning & Definition

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noun
Fabulous bird that, according to mythology, is reborn from its own ashes.
The phoenix is a symbol of resurrection and transformation.
El fénix es un símbolo de resurrección y transformación.
Literary or symbolic representation of something that is reborn or resurges.
The story of her life as a phoenix reflects her ability to overcome.
La historia de su vida como fénix refleja su capacidad de superación.
A character in literature that has undergone a radical change in situation.
Just like a phoenix, the protagonist managed to reinvent herself after adversity.
Al igual que un fénix, la protagonista logró reinventarse tras la adversidad.

Etymology

From the Greek 'φοινιξ', which refers to a type of palm and the mythical bird.

Common Phrases and Expressions

rise from the ashes
To regain life or strength after great adversity.
renacer de las cenizas
phoenix that resurges
A person who recovers after a significant fall or loss.
fénix que resurge

Related Words

rise again
To get back up or appear again.
resurgir
reborn
To be born again or to start anew.
renacer

Slang Meanings

A person who has overcome a very difficult crisis.
That girl is a true phoenix; she has overcome so many difficulties.
Esa chica es un verdadero fénix, ha superado tantas dificultades.
A place or situation that improves again after a failure.
That company has operated like a phoenix after bankruptcy.
Esa compañía ha funcionado como un fénix tras la quiebra.