nounverb

la obra

play · work · work of art

Es el resultado de un trabajo creativo, como un libro, una pintura o una construcción.

The Spanish word "obra" has several meanings depending on the context. Here's an explanation in English:

Meaning:

  1. Work (as a created piece):
    "Obra" often refers to a creative work, such as a book, painting, musical composition, or theatrical play. It is the product of artistic or intellectual effort.

    • Example: La obra de Picasso (Picasso's work).
  2. Construction or building work:
    "Obra" can also mean a physical construction, such as a building project, public works, or civil engineering. It focuses on practical, physical effort involving materials and labor.

    • Example: La obra de la carretera (The road construction).

Parts:

  • The word is a feminine noun.
  • Singular: obra
  • Plural: obras

Synonyms:

  • For creative work: pieza (piece), creación (creation), trabajo (work or job)
  • For construction work: construcción, proyecto (project), edificación

Antonyms:

  • There's no direct antonym, but depending on usage:
    • For creative works, an antonym could be inactividad (inactivity) or destrucción (destruction).
    • For construction, the opposite could be demolición (demolition).

Summary:

"Obra" is a versatile Spanish noun primarily meaning "work" in the sense of an artistic creation or a construction project. Its exact meaning depends heavily on context.

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Examples

La obra de teatro fue impresionante.noun

The play was impressive.

Vi una obra de arte interesante en el museo.noun

I saw an interesting work of art in the museum.

La obra está en construcción.noun

The work is under construction.

Tengo una obra de arte en casa.noun

I have a work of art at home.

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