estatua
/esˈtatwa/feminine
The English word "statue" is translated into Spanish as estatua.
The term estatua refers to a three-dimensional work of art.
Meaning: three-dimensional work of art (noun)
How does it change in a sentence?
The noun estatua is feminine, meaning it must be used with feminine articles and adjectives, such as la estatua or una estatua. The plural form of the word is estatuas.
How do you pronounce it?
/esˈtatwa/
Did you know?
- In the context of religious art, a statue of a saint is often called an imagen instead of an estatua, reflecting its role as a representation of a divine figure.
- Spain is home to the estatua viviente, a popular street performance tradition where actors dress as statues and only move when someone drops a coin in their hat.
- While an English speaker might use 'statue' for any figure, Spanish speakers often distinguish between a estatua and a escultura, the latter being a broader term for any sculptural work.
Examples in context
- La estatua no tiene cabeza.The statue has no head.Tatoeba #1630449 by hayastan, translation #1115778 by CM
- A la estatua le falta la cabeza.The statue is missing its head.Tatoeba #13646626 by Seael, translation #45586 by CK
- Esta estatua está hecha de mármol.This statue is made of marble.Tatoeba #1737164 by hayastan, translation #1737181 by Espi
- El Museo Nacional de Historia tiene una impresionante estatua de bronce.The National Museum of History has an impressive bronze statue.
- Este parque cuenta con numerosas esculturas contemporáneas.This park features numerous contemporary sculptures.
- La antigua ciudad alberga figuras de piedra de gran valor histórico.The ancient city houses stone figures of great historical value.
- ¡Mira qué bonita estatuilla de porcelana compré para la sala!Look at the beautiful porcelain statue I bought for the living room!
- Mi abuela tiene muchas esculturas de adorno en su jardín.My grandmother has many decorative sculptures in her garden.
- El museo alberga un impresionante estatuario renacentista.The museum houses an impressive Renaissance statuary collection.
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Example conversation
Elena and Alejandro are walking through a public park.
- ElenaMira esa estatua tan bonita.Look at that beautiful statue.
- AlejandroSí, es una estatua impresionante.Yes, it is an impressive statue.
- Elena¿Sabes quién es el autor?Do you know who the author is?
- AlejandroNo lo sé, Elena.I don't know, Elena.
Sources
- Wiktionary, “statue” translations and entries estatua, CC BY-SA 4.0, dump of 2026-09-26.
- Example sentences: Tatoeba CC BY 2.0 FR.
