Guió (en. Guided)

/ɡiˈo/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishSpanish
noun
Writing that details the dialogue and actions of a work.
The script of the movie was written by a famous playwright.
El guión de la película fue escrito por un famoso dramaturgo.
Plan or outline that is followed in a presentation or speech.
I need a script for tomorrow's meeting.
Necesito un guión para la reunión de mañana.
Text used for the performance of a character in film or theater.
The actor memorized his script before the premiere.
El actor memorizó su guión antes del estreno.

Etymology

From the French 'script', which means 'writing' or 'guide'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

follow the script
To act according to an established plan.
seguir el guión
is not in the script
It is not foreseen or planned.
no está en el guión
original script
Initial version of a script before modifications.
guión original

Related Words

screenwriting
Art or practice of writing scripts.
guionismo
screenwriter
Person who writes scripts.
guionista
scriptwriting
Process of writing a script.
guionización

Slang Meanings

When something follows a very expected pattern.
The series follows the usual script of drama and romance.
La serie sigue el guión habitual de drama y romance.
To talk about something in a very structured way.
In the presentation, you just followed your script.
En la presentación, solo seguiste tu guión.