Palidez (en. Pallor)
/pa.li.ðes/
Meaning & Definition
EnglishSpanish
noun
Paleness is the condition in which the skin appears a lighter color than normal.
The paleness on his face was evident after the illness.
La palidez en su rostro era evidente tras la enfermedad.
It can be a symptom of health problems.
The doctor told him that the paleness could indicate anemia.
El médico le dijo que la palidez podría indicar anemia.
Paleness is sometimes associated with emotions such as fear or surprise.
His paleness was noticeable when they told him the news.
Se notó su palidez cuando le contaron la noticia.
Etymology
From Latin 'pallor', meaning 'pale color'.
Common Phrases and Expressions
paleness around the lips
a sign of lack of oxygen.
palidez alrededor de los labios
to have paleness
it generally indicates that someone is scared or ill.
tener palidez
Related Words
pale
Lacking color or brightness.
pálido
discolored
Without color or that has lost its original color.
descolorido
Slang Meanings
To be pale from fright.
When he saw the ghost, he turned extremely pale.
Cuando vio el fantasma, se quedó palidísimo.
In joking contexts, it refers to a lack of energy.
Today I'm so pale that I can't even go outside.
Hoy estoy tan pálido que ni puedo salir a la calle.