Ilusiones (en. Dreams)

/iluˈsiones/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishSpanish
noun
States of mind that generate unfounded expectations or hopes.
She lives with many illusions about the future.
Ella vive con muchas ilusiones sobre el futuro.
Representations of something that is not real.
Magicians create illusions to astonish the audience.
Los magos crean ilusiones para asombrar al público.
Dreams or desires that may not be achievable.
Her illusions of success may lead her to become disillusioned.
Sus ilusiones de éxito pueden llevarla a desilusionarse.

Etymology

From the Latin 'illusio', meaning 'deception or illusion'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

lost illusions
Refers to hopes or dreams that can no longer be fulfilled.
ilusiones perdidas
there are no illusions
Indicates a realistic situation without false expectations.
no hay ilusiones
to lose one's illusions
Means to become disillusioned or stop believing in something.
perder las ilusiones

Related Words

disillusion
State of disenchantment or loss of illusions.
desilusión
fantasy
Imagination or idea that is not based on reality.
fantasía
mirage
Optical illusion caused by the refraction of light.
espejismo

Slang Meanings

Living in the clouds
That person is always living in the clouds with their illusions.
Esa persona siempre está viviendo en las nubes con sus ilusiones.
Building castles in the air
It's useless to build castles in the air if you don't have a concrete plan.
Es inútil crear castillos en el aire si no tienes un plan concreto.