Spanish Conversation · Level 116
60 words
Spanish word
arruga
Pronunciation
IPA/aˈruɣa/
Meaning
- feminine nounwrinkle
Example
Tengo una arruga en la frente.
I have a wrinkle on my forehead.
More examples
Notar una pequeña arruga al sonreír es normal.
Noticing a small wrinkle when you smile is normal.
Core concept
Folded line in skin, fabric, or paper marking a repeated crease.
Common phrases
notar una arruga
notice a wrinkle
arruga en la frente
forehead wrinkle
arruga de expresión
expression line
Similar words
pliegue: Sharp or gentle crease formed by folding fabric, paper, or skin into overlapping layers.
línea de expresión: Fine wrinkle produced by habitual facial movements, such as smiling or frowning.
Definition in Spanish
Línea o surco visible en la piel que suele formarse por la edad o por movimientos repetidos; también pliegue equivalente en tejidos y papel.
Word origin
From Latin ruga 'fold, crease', with a prosthetic initial a producing Spanish arruga for creases in skin and textiles.
Usage tips
- Arrugar la nariz signals dislike or disgust, arrugarse describes becoming wrinkled, and planchar or alisar remove arrugas from clothes.