Spanish word

figurita

Pronunciation

IPA/fiɣuˈɾita/

Meaning

  • feminine nounfigurine

Example

Mi abuela guarda una figurita en la vitrina.

My grandmother keeps a figurine in the display case.

Illustration for figurita (figurine)

More examples

Compré una figurita de cerámica en el mercadillo.

I bought a ceramic figurine at the flea market.

Core concept

Small decorative statuette.

Common phrases

  • figurita de cerámica

    ceramic figurine

  • figurita de porcelana

    porcelain figurine

  • figurita coleccionable

    collectible figurine

Similar words

figura: Three-dimensional representation of a person or animal.
muñeco: Small doll or toy figure intended for play or display.
recuerdo: Small souvenir bought to remember a trip or place.
objeto: Item with a practical function or specific use.

Definition in Spanish

Pequeña escultura o miniatura que sirve como adorno, recuerdo o pieza de colección.

Word origin

From Spanish figura 'figure' plus the diminutive suffix -ita, ultimately from Latin figura meaning 'shape', giving the sense 'little figure'.

Usage tips

  • In markets and souvenir shops, asking '¿Cuánto cuesta esta figurita?' makes clear the small decorative item is meant.

Other meanings

  • statuettenoun
  • miniaturenoun

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