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    Motes (en. Nicknames)

    /ˈmo.tes/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishSpanish
    noun
    A nickname given to someone for a certain characteristic or trait.
    Juan is called 'Pelón' as a nickname for his baldness.
    A Juan le dicen 'Pelón' como motes por su calvicie.
    A name or title assigned to a person in a specific context.
    Students used nicknames to refer to each other.
    Los estudiantes usaban motes para referirse entre ellos.
    A term of endearment or disdain used among friends.
    The group of friends always used funny nicknames.
    El grupo de amigos siempre usaba motes divertidos.

    Etymology

    From Latin 'mūtus', meaning 'mute' or 'voiceless', referring to the silence in the use of nicknames.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    to give a nickname
    To associate a nickname with a person.
    poner un mote
    affectionate nickname
    An affectionate nickname used among friends or family.
    mote cariñoso
    derogatory nickname
    A nickname used to belittle someone.
    mote despectivo

    Related Words

    nickname
    An alternative name used to refer to a person.
    apodo
    surname
    A name added to a person's real name, often based on personal characteristics.
    sobrenombre
    alias
    A false name that someone uses, often in formal or legal contexts.
    alias

    Slang Meanings

    Nickname used among friends in an informal context.
    In the group, each person has their own nickname.
    En el grupo, cada uno tiene su propio mote.
    Nickname used to mock in a joking manner.
    They call him 'El Tigrillo' as a humorous nickname.
    Le llaman 'El Tigrillo' como un mote jocoso.
    Nickname given to someone for their skill or ability.
    Luisa is called 'La Genio' because of her intelligence.
    A Luisa le dicen 'La Genio' por su inteligencia.