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Definition of emphasis

The term emphasis refers to the act of leaning on the foot for strength or support. However, beyond this first meaning mentioned by the Royal Spanish Academy (RAE) in its dictionary, the concept is usually used within the framework of an adverbial phrase. Emphasizing, in this context, refers to emphasizing, […]

Definition of heptasyllable

Before entering fully into the meaning of the term heptasyllable, we are going to proceed to know its etymological origin. In this case, we can emphasize that it is a word that derives from Greek and is the result of the sum of two lexical components of said language: -The word “hepta”, which can be translated as […]

Definition of swollen

The term henchido is not part of the dictionary of the Royal Spanish Academy (RAE). Yes, we can find the notion of filler, which refers to that which is capable of filling: filling, occupying a space until its capacity is complete. Something swollen, therefore, is full or full. For example: “Full with pride, the singer opened […]

Definition of Hebrew

The notion of Hebrew has several uses recognized by the Royal Spanish Academy (RAE) in its dictionary. The term can be used to refer to an individual who was part of the Semitic people who managed to conquer the region of Palestine. In this framework, Hebrew is used as a synonym for Jew or Israelite. It is also called […]

Definition of strand

A thread is a piece of thread or spun material that is introduced through the eye of a needle for the development of sewing or embroidery. Usually the strand is a short portion. When sewing by hand, it is important not to pull excessively on the […]

Definition of guttural

When discovering the meaning of the term guttural, it is necessary, first of all, to know the etymological origin of this word. In this case, we can determine that it derives from Latin, exactly it comes from “gutturalis”, which, in turn, comes from “guttur, gutturis” which is synonymous with “throat”. This term is used to describe […]

Definition of handsome

The notion of handsome is used to refer to the individual who is attractive and stands out for his good appearance. For example: “Who is that handsome boy accompanying your brother?”, “The new employee at the store is very handsome,” “Last night I met a handsome and funny boy at the bar, I hope I can […]

Definition of grotesque

Before entering fully into the meaning of the term grotesque, we are going to proceed to know its etymological origin. In this case, we can emphasize that it derives from Italian, exactly from grottesco, which can be translated as "relating to or belonging to a grotto." And that word, in turn, emanates from the Latin crupta or crypta, […]

Definition of scream

The etymological origin of the term scream that concerns us now we have to establish that it is found in Latin. Exactly it comes from the verb “quiritare”, which can be translated as “call for help”. The verb yell refers to raising the volume of one's voice more than normal or usual. It is a […]

Definition of gringo

The term gringo is used in Spanish-speaking countries to refer to an individual who speaks a different language. Generally the concept is used with respect to those who communicate in English. For example: “Last night a gringo came to the bar and spent a lot of time drinking beer”, “I don't understand what he's saying […]