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    Sombras (en. Shades)

    /ˈsom.bɾas/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishSpanish
    noun
    A shadow is a dark figure that appears on a surface when an object blocks light.
    The shadow of the tree spread across the garden.
    La sombra del árbol se extendió por todo el jardín.
    In a figurative sense, it can refer to the presence or influence even after someone's death.
    His shadow is still present in every corner of the house.
    Su sombra sigue presente en cada rincón de la casa.
    It can be used to describe something that is hidden or not easily visible.
    He felt there were shadows in his past that he didn't want to face.
    Sentía que había sombras en su pasado que no quería enfrentar.

    Etymology

    From Latin 'umbra', which means shadow or projected shade.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    to be in the shadow
    To be in a hidden or unnoticed place.
    estar en la sombra
    shadow of doubt
    Perhaps not completely safe or reliable.
    sombra de duda
    to cast a shadow
    To compete with someone or something that stands out.
    hacer sombra

    Related Words

    dark
    That has no light.
    oscuro
    light
    Radiation that makes everything it illuminates visible.
    luz
    reflection
    Image that manifests on a surface.
    reflejo

    Slang Meanings

    Shadow as a synonym for friend or companion in irregular activities.
    That guy is my shadow, he’s always behind me.
    Ese tipo es mi sombra, siempre está detrás de mí.
    Term used to refer to someone who is always present but doesn't want to be noticed.
    He is a shadow that lurks with every move.
    Es una sombra que acecha cada movimiento.