Sátiras (en. Satires)

[ˈsat̪iɾas]

Meaning & Definition

EnglishSpanish
noun
Literary composition that uses mockery and irony.
The satire in the play exposes the hypocrisies of society.
La sátira en la obra de teatro expone las hipocresías de la sociedad.
Literary genre that criticizes human vices or customs.
The poets of the Spanish Golden Age are known for their satires.
Los poetas del Siglo de Oro español son conocidos por sus sátiras.
Form of artistic expression that uses humor to critique.
Political satire has become a common resource on television.
La sátira política se ha convertido en un recurso común en la televisión.

Etymology

From Latin 'satura', meaning 'mixed dish', referring to its varied nature.

Common Phrases and Expressions

political satire
Humorous critique of political issues.
sátira política
social satire
Critique of customs and social behaviors.
sátira social
literary satire
Use of the satirical genre in literary texts.
sátira literaria

Related Words

satirical
That uses satire.
satírico
burlesque
That refers to mockery or laughter.
burlesco
ironic
That implies irony.
irónico

Slang Meanings

Caustic satire in the political context.
The show is full of satires that make everyone laugh.
El programa está lleno de sátiras que hacen reír a todos.
Critical expression on social media.
His tweets are satires that affect many public figures.
Sus tweets son sátiras que afectan a muchos personajes públicos.