No. 14,239 in Spanish
títeres
"Títeres" means "puppets" in English.
In a sentence
Los niños juegan con sus títeres en el teatro casero.
The children play with their puppets in the home theater.
Here, 'títeres' refers to physical objects, specifically puppets used in a play or performance.
La obra política acusa a los dirigentes de ser títeres de intereses externos.
The political play accuses the leaders of being puppets of external interests.
In this context, 'títeres' signifies metaphorical puppets, indicating individuals controlled or influenced by others.
Me maravilla la habilidad del títere para expresar emociones tan reales.
I am amazed by the puppet's ability to express emotions so realistically.
Here, 'títere' is used to highlight the skill and craftsmanship involved in puppet manipulation and the effect it produces.
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