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    Relieves (en. Reliefs)

    /reˈliβes/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishSpanish
    noun
    Representation in volume of a figure, landscape, or object.
    The relief of the mountain is impressive.
    El relieve de la montaña es impresionante.
    Difference in height on a surface.
    The relief on the map shows the mountains and valleys.
    El relieve del mapa muestra las montañas y valles.
    Artistic work that stands out from its background.
    The relief in the sculpture gives it a dynamic effect.
    El relieve en la escultura le da un efecto dinámico.

    Etymology

    From the Latin 'relievare', which means 'to lift' or 'to elevate'.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    to rise to the surface
    To overcome a difficult situation.
    salir a flote
    to give emphasis to
    To highlight or emphasize something.
    dar relieve a
    beyond the relief
    Beyond what is observed at first glance.
    más allá del relieve

    Related Words

    topographic relief
    Graphic representation of landforms.
    relieve topográfico
    sculptural relief
    Sculpture that has depth and detail.
    relieve escultórico
    pictorial relief
    Painting technique that creates an illusion of three-dimensionality.
    relieve pictórico

    Slang Meanings

    Emotional release.
    Watching a good movie was a great relief from my problems.
    Ver una buena película fue un gran relieve para mis problemas.
    Moments of recreation or fun.
    I went out to play soccer, I needed a relief after studying so much.
    Salí a jugar al fútbol, necesitaba un relieve después de estudiar tanto.