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    Obras (en. Works)

    /'o.bɾas/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishSpanish
    noun
    A set of works carried out in a specific area, such as architecture or literature.
    Gaudí's works are admired for their originality.
    Las obras de Gaudí son admiradas por su originalidad.
    Artistic production, such as in painting or music.
    The works of this composer are a reflection of his time.
    Las obras de este compositor son un reflejo de su época.
    Constructions or infrastructure projects.
    The works on the road caused a major traffic jam.
    Las obras en la carretera causaron un gran embotellamiento.

    Etymology

    From Latin 'opera', which means work or activity.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    works of art
    Artistic creations that are considered to have great aesthetic value.
    obras de arte
    to do works
    To carry out tasks or projects, especially in construction.
    hacer obras
    complete works
    The set of all the works produced by an author or artist.
    obras completas
    to be under construction
    Indicates that a place is in the process of construction or improvement.
    estar en obras

    Related Words

    arts
    Disciplines that deal with aesthetic creation.
    artes
    literature
    A collection of written works that have artistic value.
    literatura
    architecture
    The art of designing and constructing buildings.
    arquitectura

    Slang Meanings

    Theater performances in alternative venues.
    In the neighborhood, they are doing many works that are free.
    En el barrio están haciendo muchas obras que son gratis.
    Projects in the process of development.
    The company has several ongoing works that are very promising.
    La empresa tiene varias obras en curso que son muy prometedoras.