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    Pilares (en. Pillars)

    /piˈlaɾes/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishSpanish
    noun
    Structural elements that support a construction.
    The pillars of the church are made of marble.
    Los pilares de la iglesia son de mármol.
    Foundations or bases of a system or idea.
    Honesty and trust are pillars of any relationship.
    La honestidad y la confianza son pilares de cualquier relación.
    Fundamental aspects that support a doctrine or ideology.
    The pillars of critical thinking are essential in education.
    Los pilares del pensamiento crítico son esenciales en la educación.

    Etymology

    From Latin 'pillar', which means 'support' or 'foundation'.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    pillars of the community
    Aspects or elements that support and give strength to a community.
    pilares de la comunidad
    pillars of education
    Basic and fundamental principles that guide the educational process.
    pilares de la educación
    to uphold the pillars
    To maintain or take care of the fundamental aspects of something.
    sostener los pilares

    Related Words

    column
    Architectural element that supports structures.
    columna
    base
    Foundation on which something rests.
    base
    sustenance
    What provides support or backing.
    sustento

    Slang Meanings

    Concepts or values that are essential in someone's life.
    Family and friendship are the pillars of my life.
    La familia y la amistad son los pilares de mi vida.
    Term used to describe something that is fundamental in a situation.
    Health is a pillar of personal success.
    La salud es un pilar en el éxito personal.