la sombra

the shadow

Example Sentence

La sombra cambia segun el angulo de la luz.

The shadow changes depending on the angle of the light.

Meaning

La sombra is the shadow. In art talk, it is useful for describing how light changes what you notice in a painting or sculpture.

Common Phrases

  • juego de sombras — play of shadows
  • una sombra suave — a soft shadow

Example

La sombra cambia segun la luz.

The shadow changes depending on the light.

Common Mistake

Using sombrA as if it were masculine in agreement. Keep feminine agreement: la sombra, una sombra.