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    Sirena (en. Siren)

    /siˈɾena/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishSpanish
    noun
    Mythical being that lures sailors with its song.
    Sirens are known for seducing sailors.
    Las sirenas son conocidas por seducir a los navegantes.
    Device that emits a high-pitched and powerful sound, used for alerts.
    The ambulance siren could be heard in the distance.
    La sirena de la ambulancia se escuchaba a lo lejos.
    In some contexts, it refers to an attractive and seductive person.
    That young woman is a true siren at the party.
    Esa joven es una verdadera sirena en la fiesta.

    Etymology

    From Latin 'syrēna', which comes from Greek 'σειρήν' (seirēn).

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    alarm siren
    Device that emits a sound to warn of danger.
    sirena de alarma
    sing like a siren
    To sing in a very beautiful way.
    cantar como una sirena

    Related Words

    siren male
    Male prototype of the siren, in some myths.
    sireno

    Slang Meanings

    Very attractive or seductive woman.
    She is a siren; everyone at the party is looking at her.
    Es una sirena, todos en la fiesta la miran.
    Someone who always draws attention.
    She is the siren of the group, always attracting attention.
    Ella es la sirena del grupo, siempre centra la atención.