Orla (en. Graduation certificate)

/ˈoɾ.la/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishSpanish
noun
An orla is an edge or decoration placed around something.
The orla on the diploma made it look more elegant.
La orla del diploma lo hacía ver más elegante.
In the academic context, orla refers to the group photograph of students completing a stage.
We gathered to make the graduation orla.
Nos reunimos para hacer la orla de graduación.
In graphic design, an orla can be a decorative frame used in posters or prints.
The poster has a golden orla that catches the eye.
El cartel tiene una orla dorada que llama la atención.

Etymology

From the Latin 'orla', meaning edge or border.

Common Phrases and Expressions

graduation orla
Group photograph of the graduating students.
orla de graduación
to make the orla
To take the group photograph corresponding to a class.
hacer la orla
decorative orla
Band or frame used to beautify a space or document.
orla decorativa

Related Words

frame
Element that surrounds a work or document.
marco
border
Limit or confinement of something.
borde
diploma
Official document that certifies an academic achievement.
diploma

Slang Meanings

Orla as a synonym for trend among students.
That style is the new orla among young people.
Ese estilo es la nueva orla entre los jóvenes.
In some regions, orla can refer to a graduation party.
We're going to the orla at Juan's house.
Vamos a la orla en casa de Juan.