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    Seda (en. Silk)

    /ˈseða/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishSpanish
    noun
    A textile fiber that comes from the cocoon of the silkworm.
    Silk is highly valued in the fashion industry.
    La seda es muy valorada en la industria de la moda.
    Fabric made from this fiber.
    I bought a silk dress for the special occasion.
    Compré un vestido de seda para la ocasión especial.
    Softness and elegance associated with something.
    Her voice had a silkiness that hypnotized everyone.
    Su voz tenía una seda que hipnotizaba a todos.

    Etymology

    It comes from the Latin 'sericum', which means 'silk' or 'silk thread'.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    as smooth as silk
    With softness and ease.
    como una seda
    to be silky
    To do something with grace and delicacy.
    ser de seda

    Related Words

    silky
    Having the appearance or texture of silk.
    sedoso
    fishing line
    Thread or cord that resembles silk.
    sedal

    Slang Meanings

    Silk as a synonym for tranquility or calm.
    This place has a smoothness that relaxes me.
    Este lugar tiene una seda que me relaja.
    Used in youth slang to refer to something soft or pleasant.
    That song has an incredible smoothness.
    Esa canción tiene una seda increíble.