Traza (en. Trace)
/ˈtɾaθa/
Meaning & Definition
EnglishSpanish
noun
Line or figure that is drawn or traced.
The architect made the trace of the new building.
El arquitecto hizo la traza del nuevo edificio.
Trail or sign left by something passing by.
The trace of the animals in the snow was evident.
La traza de los animales en la nieve era evidente.
Basic plan or design of something.
The trace of the project was presented at the meeting.
La traza del proyecto se presentó en la reunión.
verb
Mark or outline a line or figure.
The designer traces the contours of the dress.
El diseñador traza los contornos del vestido.
Follow or track the trace of something.
The detective traces the clues to solve the case.
El detective traza las pistas para resolver el caso.
Etymology
It comes from the Latin 'tractia,' which means 'traction,' 'track,' or 'trace.'
Common Phrases and Expressions
Leave a trace
Leave signs or indications of something.
dejar rastro
Follow the trace
Continue tracking a clue or indication.
seguir la traza
Trace and time
Reference to project planning, where the trace is fundamental.
traza y tiempo
Related Words
Traceability
Ability to track a product in the supply chain.
trazabilidad
Tracer
Tool or person who draws lines or sketches.
trazador
Stroke
Line made when drawing or outlining.
trazo
Slang Meanings
Style or way of doing something that leaves a mark.
The magic trick he did was pure trace.
El truco de magia que hizo fue pura traza.
Make a difference in a situation.
With his unique style, he always leaves his trace in everything he does.
Con su estilo único, siempre deja su traza en todo lo que hace.