Paparazzi (en. Paparazzi)

/paparazzi/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishSpanish
noun
Photographer who follows famous people to take unauthorized photographs.
The paparazzi hid behind the bushes to capture the star's exit.
Los paparazzi se escondieron detrás de los arbustos para capturar la salida de la estrella.
Group of photographers who document the private lives of public figures.
The constant harassment from paparazzi led the celebrity to change her daily routine.
El constante acoso de los paparazzi llevó a la celebridad a cambiar su rutina diaria.
Person who works in entertainment focused on public figures.
Paparazzi are often criticized for invading the privacy of actors.
Los paparazzi son a menudo criticados por invadir la privacidad de los actores.

Etymology

The word 'paparazzi' comes from the character Paparazzo in Federico Fellini's movie 'La Dolce Vita.'

Common Phrases and Expressions

to hunt paparazzi
To seek the attention or photograph of the paparazzi.
cazar paparazzi
to be followed by paparazzi
To be constantly pursued by celebrity photographers.
ser seguido por paparazzi
to escape from the paparazzi
To try to avoid being photographed by them.
escapar de los paparazzi

Related Words

celebrity
Famous person who is often the subject of public attention.
celebridad
photography
The art of capturing images with a camera.
fotografía
private life
Aspects of a person's life that are not of public interest.
vida privada

Slang Meanings

Paparazzo
The paparazzo followed the actress all day long.
El paparazzo no dejó de seguir a la actriz durante todo el día.
Celebrity snitch
The celebrity snitch was always on the lookout for a new scandal.
El chivato de celebridades estaba siempre al acecho de un nuevo escándalo.