Modelos (en. Models)

/moˈðelos/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishSpanish
noun
Representation of a figure, object, or idea that serves to imitate or study.
Architects create scale models of their designs.
Los arquitectos crean modelos a escala de sus diseños.
People who display clothing or other products.
Models walk the runway during fashion week.
Los modelos desfilan en la pasarela durante la semana de la moda.
Standards or patterns to follow in a particular context.
Educational models can vary from one country to another.
Los modelos educativos pueden variar de un país a otro.

Etymology

From Latin 'modulus', meaning 'measure, pattern'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

role models
People whose actions or characteristics are positively valued and are imitated by others.
modelos a seguir
behavior models
Patterns of behavior that are considered appropriate in certain situations.
modelos de comportamiento
business models
Strategies or methods that describe how a company creates, delivers, and captures value.
modelos de negocio

Related Words

model
A single representation or pattern that serves as a guide.
modelo
modular
Comprising modules that can be assembled in various ways.
modular
modeling
The process of creating a model to represent a system or concept.
modelización

Slang Meanings

Refers to a person who is considered exceptionally good-looking.
That person is a model; they always look impeccable.
Esa persona es un modelo, siempre se ve impecable.
Used to describe something that is a good example to follow.
That positive attitude is a model for everyone.
Esa actitud positiva es un modelo para todos.