el rostro
face
Es la parte delantera de la cabeza donde están los ojos, la nariz y la boca.
Definition & meaning
The word rostro refers to the front part of the human head, covering the area from the forehead to the chin. It is the anatomical structure that allows for expression and identity.
In a literary or metaphorical sense, it can also refer to the expression or the look present on someone's face.
Additionally, in technical or biological contexts (such as in zoology or entomology), it can refer to a beak, snout, or a protrusion on the head of an animal or insect.
Grammar & Word origin
The word rostro is a masculine noun. It is derived from the Latin word rostrum, which originally meant "beak" or "bill" of a bird, and was later extended to refer to the prow of a ship (often decorated with a bird's beak) and eventually to the human face.
Synonyms & antonyms
Synonyms:
- Cara (the most common term for face)
- Faz (a more literary or poetic term)
- Semblante (often refers to the expression of the face)
- Visaje (can refer to a facial expression or grimace)
Antonyms:
- There are no direct antonyms for the word "rostro," as it is an anatomical noun.
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Examples
Ella tiene un rostro muy bonito.noun
She has a very beautiful face.
La niña tiene un rostro alegre.noun
The girl has a cheerful face.
El rostro del hombre parecía familiar.noun
The face of the man seemed familiar.
Ella limpia su rostro cada mañana.noun
She cleans her face every morning.
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