Personaje (en. Character)

/peɾsoˈnaxe/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishSpanish

noun

An existing being or figure that acts in a story.

Don Quixote is a very well-known character in literature.

Don Quijote es un personaje muy conocido en la literatura.

A person who has some relevance or notoriety in a specific context.

He is a very influential public figure.

Es un personaje público muy influyente.

A role that is assumed in an acting or performance.

The character he portrays in the play is a villain.

El personaje que interpreta en la obra es un villano.

From the Latin 'personāgĭum', which refers to the representation of a human being.

fictional character

A particular character that does not exist in reality, but in imagination.

personaje de ficción

public figure

Someone known by the public, usually for their work or participation in the media.

personaje público

secondary character

A person or figure who is not the protagonist but has relevance in the story.

personaje secundario

protagonist

The main character of a work.

protagonista

antagonist

The character that opposes the protagonist.

antagonista

double

A character that has a role or reflects the protagonist.

doble

Refers to someone who behaves in an extravagant or flashy manner.

That guy is a real character; he always makes everyone laugh.

Ese chico es un verdadero personaje, siempre hace reír a todos.

Used to describe someone who tries to attract attention.

Don’t be a character; just relax and be yourself.

No seas un personaje, solo relájate y sé tú mismo.