Disciplines and Artistic Qualities
Explore our collection of words related to various disciplines and artistic qualities.
fotografía
photography
The Spanish word 'fotografía' translates to 'photography' in English. It refers to the art, practice, or occupation of taking and processing photographs. This can cover a broad range of types, from portrait and landscape photography to abstract and conceptual art. The term 'fotografía' can also refer to an individual photograph or to the field in general.
Example sentences with fotografía →fotografiar
photograph
The Spanish word 'fotografiar' translates to 'photograph' in English. It is a verb that is used to describe the action of creating images by recording light or other types of radiant energy, typically with a camera. This verb may also be employed contextually to talk about preserving memories, documenting an event, or capturing a specific situation or object through the lens of a camera.
Example sentences with fotografiar →imaginación
imagination
The word 'imaginación' in Spanish translates to 'imagination' in English. It is a noun and is generally used to refer to the capacity of the mind to form and manipulate images or ideas, particularly of things never actually present to the senses. It's used in various contexts, for instance, when talking about the power of creativity, when conjuring up scenarios or possibilities in one's mind, and when thinking about things that are not tangible or concrete.
Example sentences with imaginación →influencia
influence
The Spanish word 'influencia' translates to 'influence' in English. Influence indicates the capacity to have an effect on someone or something, or the power to shape policy or ensure favorable treatment from someone, especially through status, contacts, or wealth. It can be used in various contexts in both languages, often relating to personal interaction, business, politics or other sectors where power and control are present.
Example sentences with influencia →inspiración
inspiration
The Spanish word 'inspiración' translates to 'inspiration' in English. This term is a noun, often used to refer to the process of being mentally stimulated to do or feel something, particularly to do something creative. It could also mean a sudden brilliant, creative, or timely idea.
Example sentences with inspiración →literatura
Literature
The Spanish word 'literatura' translates to 'literature' in English. It also pertains to the body of written works. The word 'literatura' in Spanish, just like 'literature' in English, includes anything from novels and short stories to poems that are written creatively.
Example sentences with literatura →llegarle (a alguien) la inspiración
to take inspiration (from someone)
The phrase 'llegarle (a alguien) la inspiración' in Spanish, when translated to English, refers to the phenomenon where a person suddenly experiences a surge of creative or innovative ideas. It can be likened to the moment when a person 'takes inspiration from someone.' It typically involves a situation where one's mind is sparked by something or someone, leading to new perspectives or concepts. This phrase goes beyond just copying someone's idea, it represents a broader sense of gaining inspiration, motivation, or new insights.
Example sentences with llegarle (a alguien) la inspiración →monumento
monument
The Spanish word 'monumento' translates to 'monument' in English. Monuments are structures which are erected to commemorate a historical event or a person. They help in preserving the culture and history of a place. Monuments are usually symbolic and unique like the Statue of Liberty in New York or the Eiffel Tower in Paris which represent their respective countries. Similar to English, 'monumento' in Spanish is also a masculine noun and used to refer to a building, structure, or site that is of historical importance or interest.
Example sentences with monumento →museo
museum
A 'Museo' is a building or institution where objects of historical, scientific, artistic, or cultural interest are stored and exhibited.
Example sentences with museo →no estar del todo mal
not to be completely wrong
The Spanish phrase 'no estar del todo mal' translates to 'not to be completely wrong' in English. In everyday use, it refers to a situation or thing that may not be perfect or right, but also isn't entirely incorrect or bad. This phrase lends itself to subjective situations where there can be multiple perspectives or interpretations.
Example sentences with no estar del todo mal →no estar nada mal
Not bad.
The phrase 'no estar nada mal' in Spanish translates to 'not bad' in English. It is usually used as a slang phrase to comment lightly on a situation, object, or person stating that it's decent or somewhat good. It doesn't necessarily mean something is exceptionally good, but it's certainly not bad either. The use and meaning can vary based on the context, inflection, and tone in which it's used.
Example sentences with no estar nada mal →novela
novel
The word 'novela' in Spanish translates to 'novel' in English. It refers to a long written narrative, typically in prose format, which is usually fiction. It's used to describe any book-length narrative piece of work, including both genre fiction and more literary works. The novel is a significant literary genre that displays humanity and its complex emotions and thoughts, making it a major piece of culture in both the Spanish and English languages.
Example sentences with novela →obra (des)conocida
work (unknown)
The Spanish term 'obra (des)conocida' can be translated into English as 'work (unknown)'. It refers to a piece of work, such as a book, a play, a piece of music, a painting, etc, that has not yet become widely known or recognized in the English-speaking world. Typically, this term is used in contexts related to literature, arts, and culture.
Example sentences with obra (des)conocida →obra anónima
anonymous work
The term 'obra anónima' comes from the Spanish language and it translates to 'anonymous work' in English. In general context, this phrase is used to refer to a work, art, or literature from an unknown author or creator. It highlights the focus on the content of the work itself rather than the identity of the person who created it.
Example sentences with obra anónima →obra artística
artistic work
The Spanish phrase 'obra artística' can be translated into English as 'artistic work'. An 'obra artística' refers to creations designed to express beauty or convey an emotional or intellectual concept through the application of human ingenuity and creativity. These may be physical or digital, and encompass a variety of forms including painting, sculpture, music, dance, theater, film, and more. The value of an 'obra artística' often lies not just in its aesthetic appearence but in the ideas, emotions, and reflections it evokes.
Example sentences with obra artística →obra de arte
work of art
The Spanish term 'obra de arte' translates to 'work of art' in English. This term is primarily used to refer to creations by artists, usually visual creations such as paintings, sculptures, installations, and the like. However, it can also be broadly applied to refer to any exceptional creation or achievement in other fields, such as a beautifully designed building, a well-written piece of literature, a graceful ballet performance, or an innovative piece of technology. The specific connotation can vary based on context. Note, this term is a phrase of three words in Spanish, whereas in English, it's compounded into one phrase.
Example sentences with obra de arte →obra de teatro
play theatre
The Spanish phrase 'obra de teatro' translates to 'play' or 'theatre play' in English, referring to a dramatic work performed on stage. This could be a piece of drama, tragedy, comedy, or other genres performed by actors usually in a theatre. The phrase literally translates to 'work of theatre' indicating that it is a creative or artistic work meant to be staged and performed in front of an audience.
obra de vanguardia
avante-garde work
The term 'obra de vanguardia' in Spanish translates to 'avante-garde work' in English. Avante-garde work usually denotes a piece of work in any field, not just arts, but literature, cinematography, or music that is innovative, experimental, or ahead of the trends in some way. The work is typically characterised by non-traditional, aesthetic innovation, and initial unacceptability, often seen as being ahead of its time. The usage of 'obra de vanguardia' therefore, means a production or creation that is unrestricted by conventional norms and stands as a symbol of progressiveness and innovation.
Example sentences with obra de vanguardia →obra extensa
extensive work
The Spanish term 'obra extensa' translates to 'extensive work' in English. This phrase is often used to describe a project, piece of literature, or any task that requires a significant amount of time, effort, or resources to complete. It can refer to a comprehensive study, a large-scale construction project, a lengthy novel, or any undertaking of considerable size and complexity.
Example sentences with obra extensa →obra inacabada
unfinished work
The phrase 'obra inacabada' in Spanish translates to 'unfinished work' in English. It is composed of two words: 'obra' means 'work', usually referring to a piece of art, literature or a similar task or undertaking, and 'inacabada' means 'unfinished'. Thus, in its entirety, the phrase 'obra inacabada' is used to describe a task, artwork, or piece of literature that is not yet completed.
Example sentences with obra inacabada →obra maestra
masterpiece
The term 'obra maestra' in Spanish translates to 'masterpiece' in English. It refers to a work of art, music, literature, or other fields of creative activity, considered as the best, most outstanding, or most excellent work of an artist, composer, or writer. The term is often used to acclaim works that have stood the test of time and are widely recognized for their superior craft, artistry, and profound influence or impact.
Example sentences with obra maestra →obra representativa
representative work
The Spanish term 'obra representativa' translates to 'representative work' in English. It is often used in a cultural or artistic context to refer to a piece of work (such as a book, movie, painting, etc.) that is a prime or typical example of an artist's or author's work. It can also imply a work that accurately depicts or represents a certain style, period, genre, or group.
Example sentences with obra representativa →original
original
The Spanish word 'original' directly translates to 'original' in English. It is an adjective that describes something as first or earliest in form or existence, something from which a copy, translation, or derivative form is drawn or based. It can also refer to something authentic and not derivative, not a copy or reproduction. Just like in English, it can also refer to a person who displays individuality.
Example sentences with original →poesía
poetry
The Spanish word 'poesía' translates to 'poetry' in English. It refers to a type of literature that uses aesthetic and rhythmic qualities of language, such as phonoaesthetics, sound symbolism, and metre, to evoke meanings in addition to, or in place of, the prosaic ostensible meaning. Poetry could be written in numerous ways like sonnets, short stories, epics, and is often used to express deep emotions, tell stories, or describe nature and environment.
Example sentences with poesía →pureza
purity
The Spanish word 'pureza' translates to 'purity' in English. This word is a noun, often used to describe innocence, cleanliness or perfection, for instance describing the purity of a substance. It can also be used metaphorically, for example in referencing the purity of one's intentions or heart.
Example sentences with pureza →romanticismo
romanticism
The word 'romanticismo' in Spanish translates to 'romanticism' in English. It refers to a movement in the arts and literature that originated in the late 18th century, emphasizing inspiration, subjectivity, and the primacy of the individual. This term is frequently used to express a period of history, a way of thinking, a philosophical movement, or an artistic style that has emphasis on expressing personal feelings and emotions.
Example sentences with romanticismo →sala de cine
Cinema room
The Spanish phrase 'sala de cine' translates to 'cinema room' in English. This phrase is often used in a Spanish-speaking context to refer to a place where films are shown, similar to a movie theater in English-speaking cultures. It is a compound noun, made from the merger of 'sala' (room), 'de' (of), and 'cine' (cinema). In a broader context, it also encompasses the notion of a place where people gather to watch films together, whether in a commercial or private setting.
sala de conciertos
concert hall
The Spanish phrase 'sala de conciertos' translates to 'concert hall' in English. It is a venue where typically music concerts and performances are held. Comprising of an auditorium with a stage for performances, these halls are designed with good acoustics that help enhance the sound of the performances. In many cities, concert halls serve as important cultural symbols, and many are renowned for their notable architecture.
sala de exposiciones
exhibition room
The Spanish term 'sala de exposiciones' translates to 'exhibition room' in English. This is a space designed specifically for the display of various types of items like art, historical artifacts, innovations, etc., typically found in museums, galleries, or events. In Spanish-speaking countries, 'sala de exposiciones' is a common term used to refer any such space or place, where objects are displayed for the public.
sensibilidad
sensitivity
The Spanish word 'sensibilidad' translates to 'sensitivity' in English. It refers to the quality or condition of being sensitive. This can apply to physical sensitivity, such as feeling or touch, or to emotional sensitivity, such as being easily moved or affected by feelings. The word is used in a variety of contexts both in Spanish and English.
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