Figuro (en. I figure)

/fiˈɡuɾo/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishSpanish
noun
An individual who stands out for their appearance or physical characteristics.
That figure always draws attention at parties.
Ese figuro siempre llama la atención en las fiestas.
A model or public figure admired for their style.
The figure of the film industry is always in the spotlight.
La figuro de la industria del cine siempre está en el centro de atención.
A man who can be considered attractive or charming.
At the meeting, everyone was commenting on how good that figure looked.
En la reunión, todos comentaban sobre lo bien que se veía ese figuro.

Etymology

Coming from the Latin 'figurum', which means figure or shape.

Common Phrases and Expressions

fashion figure
A person who follows the latest trends and is stylish.
figuro de moda
party figure
The person who is the center of attention at a social event.
figuro de la fiesta
to be a figure
To have an attitude of arrogance or to think oneself superior.
ser un figuro

Related Words

figure
Graphic representation or shape of a person or object.
figura
figurine
Scale model used to represent clothing or accessories.
figurín
to figure
To appear or be mentioned in a context.
figurar

Slang Meanings

A man who stands out for his attractiveness.
That guy is a figure, all the girls want to date him.
Ese chico es un figuro, todas quieren salir con él.
A person who feels or acts as if they are better than others.
Don't be a figure, we are all equal here.
No seas figuro, todos somos iguales aquí.