Postura (en. Posture)

/posˈtuɾa/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishSpanish
noun
Physical attitude of a person in relation to their posture.
The correct posture when sitting is very important for health.
La postura correcta al sentarse es muy importante para la salud.
Opinion or attitude regarding a topic.
Her stance on climate change is very firm.
Su postura sobre el cambio climático es muy firme.
Position adopted by an animal or a living being.
The cat's posture is alert.
La postura del gato es de alerta.

Etymology

From Latin 'postūra', which means 'position' or 'attitude'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

to take a stand
To define or express an opinion on a matter.
tomar postura
to maintain one's stance
To hold an opinion or attitude despite criticism.
mantener la postura
firm stance
A determined and assured attitude towards something.
postura firme

Related Words

position
Place or site where an object is located.
posición
attitude
Behavior or way of acting of a person in relation to something.
actitud

Slang Meanings

To have an unyielding stance.
In this debate, it is clear that everyone has their stance and does not want to change.
En este debate, se nota que todos tienen su postura y no quieren cambiar.
To show disdain towards a situation.
Her attitude towards the problem was one of total disinterest.
Su postura ante el problema era de total desinterés.