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    Metáfora (en. Metaphor)

    /metaˈfoɾa/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishSpanish
    noun
    A figure of speech that creates an association between two different things.
    Time is gold.
    El tiempo es oro.
    A poetic way of describing something through indirect comparison.
    Her eyes are two bright stars that light up the night.
    Sus ojos son dos luceros que iluminan la noche.
    Figurative use of a word or expression.
    Life is a journey full of surprises.
    La vida es un viaje lleno de sorpresas.

    Etymology

    From Greek 'metáphora', which means 'transfer'.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    crystal metaphor
    Expression referring to a clear and sharp vision of reality.
    metáfora del cristal
    metaphor of life
    Use of life as a symbol to describe human experiences.
    metáfora de la vida

    Related Words

    analogy
    Relationship of similarity between different things.
    analogía
    simile
    Direct comparison between two elements using 'like'.
    símil
    images
    Visual or conceptual representations that evoke emotions.
    imágenes

    Slang Meanings

    To refer to something in an indirect or subtle way.
    When you talk about the rain, you are actually making a metaphor about sadness.
    Cuando hablas de la lluvia, en realidad haces una metáfora sobre la tristeza.
    Creative or poetic expression used in everyday speech.
    That metaphor you used in the presentation was very impactful.
    Esa metáfora que usaste en la presentación fue muy impactante.