Insignias (en. Insignia)

/inˈsiɲjas/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishSpanish
noun
Badges awarded for achievements in specific activities.
I received several badges for my achievements at summer camp.
Recibí varias insignias por mis logros en el campamento de verano.
Emblems that represent an institution or school.
The school's badges are on the uniforms of all the students.
Las insignias de la escuela están en los uniformes de todos los estudiantes.
Symbols that indicate a position or affiliation.
The badges on the officer's uniform indicate his rank.
Las insignias en el uniforme del oficial indican su rango.

Etymology

Derived from the Latin 'insignia', which means 'sign' or 'mark'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

badge of honor
A badge that represents an achievement or special recognition.
insignia de honor
to wear badges
Wearing symbols that indicate status or belonging to a group.
portar insignias
military badges
Badges used by military personnel to indicate rank or unit.
insignias militares

Related Words

emblem
A symbol that represents a thing or a person.
emblema
badge
A mark that identifies or distinguishes someone or something.
distintivo
symbol
A graphic representation of an idea or concept.
símbolo

Slang Meanings

Street badge: A symbol that represents an urban culture or a specific group.
That jacket has a street badge that shows off its style.
Esa chaqueta tiene una insignia de calle que demuestra su estilo.
Gamer badge: A badge awarded to players in video games.
In the game, you can earn gamer badges by completing challenges.
En el juego, puedes conseguir insignias de gamer por completar desafíos.