imagen
“imagen” means “image” in Spanish. It has 2 different meanings depending on context:
image, picture
Also: figure, snapshot
📝 In Action
Me encanta la imagen que tomaste de la puesta de sol.
A1I love the picture you took of the sunset.
La televisión tiene una imagen muy clara y nítida.
A2The television has a very clear and sharp picture.
En la iglesia había una imagen antigua de la virgen.
B1In the church there was an old statue of the virgin.
image, brand identity
Also: profile, look
📝 In Action
El presidente está tratando de mejorar su imagen después del escándalo.
B1The president is trying to improve his image after the scandal.
Ella proyecta una imagen de gran confianza y profesionalismo.
B2She projects an image of great confidence and professionalism.
Necesitamos cambiar la imagen corporativa de la empresa.
C1We need to change the corporate image (or branding) of the company.
Translate to Spanish
Words that translate to "imagen" in Spanish:
brand identity→figure→image→look→picture→profile→reputation→snapshot→✏️ Quick Practice
Quick Quiz: imagen
Question 1 of 2
Which sentence uses 'imagen' to mean 'reputation' or 'public profile'?
📚 More Resources
👥 Word Family▼
📚 Etymology▼
Comes directly from the Latin word *imāginem*, meaning 'copy,' 'likeness,' or 'representation.' It has kept its core meaning throughout history, relating to sight and perception.
First recorded: Before 1200
Cognates (Related words)
💡 Master Spanish
Take your Spanish to the next level. Read 200+ illustrated and narrated Spanish stories tailored to your level with the Inklingo app!
Frequently Asked Questions
Is 'imagen' masculine or feminine?
'Imagen' is feminine: *la imagen*. This is a common confusion because many Spanish nouns ending in consonants are masculine, but words ending in -gen, like *imagen* and *origen*, can be exceptions. However, *origen* is masculine, making *imagen* one you simply have to memorize as feminine.
What is the difference between 'imagen' and 'foto'?
'Foto' is short for *fotografía* and specifically means a photo taken with a camera. 'Imagen' is much broader; it refers to any visual representation, whether it's a painting, a graphic, a picture in your mind, or a public perception.