adjective
fugaz
fleeting
Se dice de algo que dura muy poco tiempo y desaparece rápidamente.
The Spanish word "fugaz" translates to "fleeting" or "transient" in English.
Meaning:
- Fugaz describes something that lasts for a very short time or that quickly disappears. It conveys the sense of brevity or quick passage.
- It often applies to events, moments, feelings, or phenomena that are temporary and do not endure.
Etymology and Parts:
- The word comes from Latin "fugax", which is related to "fugere" – meaning "to flee" or "to run away". This emphasizes the idea of something quickly vanishing or escaping.
Synonyms:
- Efímero (ephemeral)
- Transitorio (transitory)
- Momentáneo (momentary)
- Pasajero (passing)
- Breve (brief)
Antonyms:
- Permanente (permanent)
- Duradero (lasting)
- Eterno (eternal)
- Prolongado (prolonged)
Example in sentences:
- Tu felicidad fue fugaz – Your happiness was fleeting.
- Vimos un destello fugaz en el cielo – We saw a fleeting flash in the sky.
In summary, "fugaz" captures the idea of something brief, momentary, or quickly disappearing.
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Examples
Su visita fue tan fugaz que apenas tuve tiempo de decir adiós.adjective
Her visit was so fleeting that I hardly had time to say goodbye.
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