Rostros (en. Faces)

/ros.tros/

Meaning & Definition

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noun
The outer part of the head that includes eyes, nose, mouth, and cheeks.
The children's faces were filled with joy.
Los rostros de los niños estaban llenos de alegría.
The expression or countenance of a person.
The serious faces in the room reflected the tension of the moment.
Los rostros serios en la sala reflejaban la tensión del momento.
The aspect or appearance of something in a determined situation.
The faces of the old buildings tell stories of the past.
Los rostros de los edificios antiguos cuentan historias del pasado.

Etymology

From Latin 'rostrum', which means 'snout' or 'mouth'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

to change one's face
To completely change one's expression or attitude.
cambiar de rostro
to paint someone's face
To reveal or show someone's true character.
pintarle el rostro a alguien
to leave someone faceless
To leave someone amazed or speechless.
dejar sin rostro

Related Words

face
The front surface of the head, similar to face.
cara
facial
Relating to the face or faces.
facial
countenance
The expression of the face that shows an emotion.
semblante

Slang Meanings

Referring to a person with a defiant attitude.
That guy has a face that fears nothing.
Ese tipo tiene un rostro que no le teme a nada.
Using 'face' to describe someone who has had a negative experience.
He arrived with a face that showed he had done poorly on the exam.
Llegó con rostro de que le había ido mal en el examen.