English–Spanish
“figurative” in Spanish
Spanish
Pronunciation
IPA/fiɣuɾaˈtiβo/
Example
Su lenguaje es figurativo.
His language is figurative.
How to say “figurative” in Spanish
“Figurative” in Spanish is figurativo.
A metaphorical comparison like 'time is a thief'.
Example sentences with figurativo
Su estilo figurativo facilita la interpretación simbólica.
His figurative style facilitates symbolic interpretation.
Tips for using figurativo
- Often accompanied by the phrase en sentido figurado to signal nonliteral meaning, and speakers contrast it with literalmente to avoid confusion.