Muestra (en. Sample)

/ˈmwe.stra/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishSpanish
noun
Portion or part of something taken to show it as an example.
The blood sample was analyzed in the laboratory.
La muestra de sangre fue analizada en el laboratorio.
Evidence or proof of something.
This report is a sample of the work done.
Este informe es una muestra del trabajo realizado.
Sample in the artistic field, such as an exhibition.
The gallery opened a showcase of new artists.
La galería abrió una muestra de nuevos artistas.

Etymology

From the Latin 'monstrare', which means to show.

Common Phrases and Expressions

sample of support
Evidence or sign of support for someone or something.
muestra de apoyo
sample-proof
Term used to describe a selection process.
a prueba de muestras
take a sample
To extract a portion for analysis or testing.
tomar una muestra

Related Words

show
Making something visible that was not before.
mostrar
exhibit
Displaying something for others to see.
exhibir
demonstration
Practical presentation that illustrates how something works.
demostración

Slang Meanings

Sample of something that is not that reliable.
That survey is just another sample, don't trust it.
Esa encuesta es solo una muestra más, no te fíes.
Something offered as a small part of what can be expected.
That performance was just a sample of what they can do.
Esa actuación fue solo una muestra de lo que pueden hacer.