estatua
“estatua” means “statue” in Spanish (sculpted figure).
statue
Also: sculpture, monument
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En la plaza central hay una estatua de un héroe nacional.
A1In the central square there is a statue of a national hero.
La estatua de bronce fue dañada por la tormenta.
A2The bronze statue was damaged by the storm.
Ella se quedó inmóvil como una estatua cuando escuchó la noticia.
B1She stood still like a statue when she heard the news.
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This word comes directly from the Latin word *statua*, which meant 'image' or 'figure,' and is related to the verb *stare*, meaning 'to stand.' It has always referred to something standing upright.
First recorded: Around the 13th century in Spanish.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is there a masculine form of 'estatua'?
No, 'estatua' is always a feminine noun, regardless of what the statue depicts (e.g., a statue of a man is still 'la estatua'). If you need a masculine noun for a small figure, you might use 'el muñeco' (doll/figure).
¿Estatua o estatuilla? What's the difference?
'Estatua' usually refers to a large figure, often life-size or monumental. 'Estatuilla' (the diminutive form) means a small statue or figurine, like an award trophy or a small collectible.