Relucir (en. Shine)
/re.luˈθiɾ/
Meaning & Definition
EnglishSpanish
verb
To produce shine or reflection.
The jewel shines under the light.
La joya reluce bajo la luz.
To stand out or highlight in some capacity or quality.
In the presentation, her skills shone.
En la presentación, sus habilidades relucieron.
To exert a notable influence.
His talent shines in every performance.
Su talento reluce en cada actuación.
Etymology
From the Latin 'reluceo', which means 'to shine again'.
Common Phrases and Expressions
to shine in something
To stand out notably in an activity or function.
relucir en algo
to shine like the sun
To shine with high intensity or stand out among others.
relucir como un sol
Related Words
shine
Light or glow emitted by an object.
brillo
stand out
To be more notable or prominent than others.
destacar
reflect
To return the light that falls on a surface.
reflejar
Slang Meanings
To shine or stand out for something
That girl shines for her creativity.
Esa chica reluce por su creatividad.
To be the center of attention
She always stands out at parties in her dress.
Siempre reluce en las fiestas con su vestido.