Objetos (en. Objects)

/obˈxetos/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishSpanish
noun
Physical elements that can be touched and seen.
The objects on the table are very curious.
Los objetos de la mesa son muy curiosos.
Anything that is presented in a given space.
There are many decorative objects in the room.
En la sala hay muchos objetos decorativos.
Things that can be used for a specific purpose.
The objects from the computer are very useful for working.
Los objetos de la computadora son muy útiles para trabajar.

Etymology

From Latin 'objectum', meaning 'something that presents itself or opposes something'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

lost objects
Things that have been lost and cannot be located.
objetos perdidos
valuables
Things that have a high price or sentimental significance.
objetos de valor
collectibles
Things that are gathered by enthusiasts or collectors.
objetos de colección

Related Words

object
Material, individual, or specific thing.
objeto
material
Substance or composition with which objects are made.
material
thing
General term to refer to any object.
cosa

Slang Meanings

Things in general, in a carefree context.
You have a bunch of objects lying around, what will you do with them?
Tienes un montón de objetos por ahí, ¿qué harás con ellos?
Reference to things of no value or useless items.
That box is full of objects that are no longer useful.
Esa caja está llena de objetos que ya no sirven.