Figura (en. Figure)

/fiˈɣuɾa/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishSpanish

noun

Shape or outline of an object or being.

The figure of the tree stood out at sunset.

La figura del árbol resaltaba en el atardecer.

Drawing or artistic representation.

He studied the figure of a woman in the painting.

Estudió la figura de una mujer en la pintura.

Famous or notable character in a social or cultural context.

She is an important figure in the history of art.

Es una figura importante en la historia del arte.

From Latin 'figura', meaning form or figure.

public figure

Recognized person in society.

figura pública

geometric figure

Mathematical shape with defined characteristics.

figura geométrica

to have a figure

To maintain a well-formed body.

tener figura

figurative

That uses figures or symbols.

figurativo

figuration

Representation in an image or scene.

figuración

rhetorical figure

Use of words in a non-literal way to emphasize or beautify language.

figura retórica

Person who stands out for their appearance.

She is a figure on the runway.

Ella es una figura en la pasarela.

Someone who has an important role in a group.

He is the key figure in our team.

Él es la figura clave en nuestro equipo.