Modas (en. Fashions)

/ˈmo.ðas/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishSpanish

noun

A set of trends and styles in clothing or appearance at a specific time.

The fashions of the 80s are becoming popular again.

Las modas de los años 80 están volviendo a ser populares.

A manner of behaving or doing something that is temporarily established.

Fashion trends in music change quickly.

Las modas en cuanto a la música cambian con rapidez.

Preferences that are imposed in various social fields.

Fashion trends in gastronomy usually vary each year.

Las modas en la gastronomía suelen variar cada año.

From the Latin 'moda', which means measure, manner.

to be in fashion

To be contemporary or to be in trend.

estar a la moda

to follow trends

To adapt to current trends.

seguir modas

passing trend

A style or trend that does not last long.

moda pasajera

dressmaker

A person who is dedicated to making clothing.

modista

to model

To shape something, in the context of creating fashion trends.

modelar

modulation

To alter the tone or manner of presenting something, applicable in design.

modulación

A very eye-catching style or appearance, but superficial.

That clothing is very fashionable, but it is just a whim.

Esa ropa está muy de moda, pero es solo un capricho.

Something that is considered popular even though it may not be of quality.

That car is just a trend, it will soon become obsolete.

Ese auto es solo una moda, pronto quedará obsoleto.