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    Mármoles (en. Marbles)

    /ˈmaɾ.moles/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishSpanish
    noun
    Metamorphic rock composed mainly of calcite.
    Carrara marbles are highly valued in sculpture.
    Los mármoles de Carrara son muy apreciados en la escultura.
    Material used in construction and decoration.
    The house is covered in exotic marbles.
    La casa está revestida de mármoles exóticos.
    Hard and compact substance, which can be polished.
    Black marble gives an elegant touch to the floor.
    El mármol negro le da un toque elegante al piso.

    Etymology

    From Latin 'marmorem', which means 'marble' or 'shining stone'.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    about marbles
    referred to constructions or decorations using this type of stone.
    sobre mármoles
    white marble
    a specific type of marble known for its purity and use in sculptures.
    mármol blanco
    work in marble
    technique of working with this material in art or architecture.
    trabajo en mármol

    Related Words

    polished marbles
    marble that has been treated for a glossy surface.
    mármoles pulidos
    marble sculpture
    art that uses marble as a main material.
    escultura en mármol
    compact marble
    marble that has no pores or defects.
    mármol compacto

    Slang Meanings

    Marble in a luxury context.
    That house has marbles that look like they belong in a mansion.
    Esa casa tiene mármoles que parecen de una mansión.
    Low-cost marble.
    I don't want cheap marbles for my project.
    No quiero mármoles baratos para mi proyecto.