Spanish Conversation · Level 37
74 words
Spanish word
estampa
Pronunciation
IPA/esˈtampa/
Meaning
- feminine nounprint
Example
Compré una estampa del artista local.
I bought a print by the local artist.
More examples
La tienda vendía una estampa de recuerdo.
The store sold a souvenir print.
Core concept
Decorative engraved plate impression.
Common phrases
estampa de recuerdo
souvenir print
estampa de colección
collectible print
Similar words
imagen: Visual depiction such as a photograph, painting, or drawing.
estampado: Pattern applied to fabric or paper by stamping or printing for decorative repeats.
Definition in Spanish
Grabado o lámina impresa que consiste en una imagen reproducida desde una plancha; puede tener función decorativa o devocional.
Word origin
Derived from Italian and French terms meaning a stamped impression from a plate, the Spanish estampa names an image reproduced from a printing plate.
Usage tips
- Commonly denotes one impression or print sold individually, so when referring to printed designs on clothing prefer estampado.
Other meanings
- imagenoun
- holy cardnoun
Related words
- estampaciónprinting processnoun
- estampadoprintedadjective