Frases (en. Phrases)

/ˈfɾases/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishSpanish

noun

A set of words organized in a way that has meaning.

Phrases can be simple or complex.

Las frases pueden ser simples o complejas.

A verbal expression used in a speech.

Famous phrases are remembered for their impact.

Las frases célebres son recordadas por su impacto.

A way of expressing thoughts or ideas.

I wrote several phrases in my diary.

Escribí varias frases en mi diario.

It comes from the Latin 'frasa', meaning expression or way of speaking.

a set phrase

Expression or modality commonly used in language.

frase hecha

famous phrases

Expressions recognized for their value or deep meaning.

frases célebres

key phrase

An expression that summarizes the main idea of a speech or text.

frase clave

expression

Linguistic construction that conveys a thought or feeling.

expresión

sentence

A set of words that forms a complete sense.

oración

saying

Expression or proverb that has a moral or educational meaning.

dicho

Popular phrase

That is a popular phrase that everyone knows.

Esa es una frase popular que todos conocen.

Motivational phrase

I always use a motivational phrase before starting the day.

Siempre utilizo una frase motivacional antes de empezar el día.