Figuras (en. Figures)

/fiˈɣuɾas/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishSpanish

noun

Shapes or drawings that represent something.

Geometric figures are fundamental in mathematics.

Las figuras geométricas son fundamentales en matemáticas.

People who stand out in some field.

Film figures are often in the public eye.

Las figuras del cine suelen estar en el ojo público.

verb

To make a representation of the body or something.

She figures on the movie poster.

Ella figura en el cartel de la película.

From the Latin 'figura', meaning 'form or appearance'.

rhetorical figure

Use of words in a sense different from the literal.

figura retórica

to figure among

To be included or mentioned in a group or list.

figurar entre

public figure

A person known for their work or social impact.

figura pública

to figure

Act of being present or mentioned.

figurar

figurative

Having implicit or symbolic meanings.

figurado

To use something as an excuse.

Don't make excuses to avoid going to the party.

No me pongas figuras para no ir a la fiesta.

To do something complicated unnecessarily.

Don't complicate things, just tell him what you think.

No hagas figuras, solo dile lo que piensas.