Sello (en. Seal)
/ˈse.ʎo/
Meaning & Definition
EnglishSpanish
noun
An object that bears an imprint, usually used to authenticate documents.
The notary's seal confirms the validity of the contract.
El sello del notario confirma la validez del contrato.
Mark or imprint made by an object that has a specific design.
I collect stamps from different countries.
Colecciono sellos de diferentes países.
Element that guarantees the quality or authenticity of a product.
The quality seal on the packaging ensures that the product is original.
El sello de calidad en el envase asegura que el producto es original.
Etymology
From Latin 'sigillum', which means 'small sign' or 'mark'.
Common Phrases and Expressions
official seal
Mark used by institutions to validate documents.
sello oficial
quality seal
Mark indicating that a product meets certain standards.
sello de calidad
seal of authenticity
Marking that ensures the originality of an object or document.
sello de autenticidad
Related Words
postage stamp
Document used to certify mail, similar to a seal.
estampilla
signature
Sign or handwritten name that authenticates a document.
firma
Slang Meanings
Expression of something definitive or assured.
That's how it is, it's a seal!
Eso es así, ¡es un sello!