la mirada
gaze · look
Forma en que una persona observa algo o a alguien con los ojos.
Definition & meaning
The Spanish word mirada refers to the action or effect of looking at something or someone. It has a few distinct meanings depending on the context:
- The act of looking: It describes the physical action of fixing one's eyes on an object or a person.
- Gaze or look: It refers to the expression conveyed by one's eyes (e.g., a sad look, a piercing gaze).
- Examination or glance: It can also mean a quick look or a brief inspection of something to check its state.
Grammar & Word origin
mirada is a feminine noun. It is derived from the verb mirar , which means "to look" or "to watch." The suffix -ada is commonly used in Spanish to turn a verb into a noun, indicating the result or the instance of the action performed by the verb.
Synonyms & antonyms
Synonyms:
- Vistazo (glance)
- Observación (observation)
- Ojeada (peep/look)
- Gesto (when referring to a facial expression)
Antonyms:
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Examples
Su mirada es muy profunda.noun
Her gaze is very deep.
Su mirada era tranquila y alegre.noun
Her gaze was calm and cheerful.
Su mirada me sorprendió mucho.noun
Her look surprised me a lot.
Ellos bajaron la mirada cuando entró el profesor.noun
They lowered their gaze when the teacher entered.
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