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    Fachada (en. Facade)

    /faˈt͡ʃa.ða/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishSpanish
    noun
    The outer surface of a construction.
    The façade of the historical building has been restored.
    La fachada del edificio histórico ha sido restaurada.
    Aspect or appearance presented to others.
    The façade of sympathy she shows to her friends is misleading.
    La fachada de simpatía que muestra a sus amigos es engañosa.
    Part of a building that faces the public way.
    The façade of the house is painted blue.
    La fachada de la casa está pintada de color azul.

    Etymology

    From the French 'façade', which means 'front' or 'face'.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    to pretend a façade
    To pretend to be something one is not.
    fingir una fachada
    to remove the façade
    To reveal the true nature of something or someone.
    quitar la fachada
    to give a good façade
    To present oneself in an attractive or favorable way.
    dar una buena fachada

    Related Words

    building
    Construction intended to be inhabited.
    edificio
    design
    Plan or design of a structure.
    diseño
    architecture
    Art and technique of designing buildings.
    arquitectura

    Slang Meanings

    To present a deceptive appearance.
    That guy always has a façade of wealth.
    Ese tipo siempre tiene una fachada de riqueza.
    To show a superficial attitude or behavior.
    Don’t be fooled by her façade; she hides many insecurities.
    No te dejes engañar por su fachada, esconde muchas inseguridades.