Meaning of postava | Babel Free

Definitions

1. figure, physique, stature (the human body with regard to its lines, proportions, and height)
   feminine
2. figure, silhouette, person (the physical appearance or presence of a human being, often seen from a distance or in shadow)
   feminine
3. character, figure (a personality depicted in literature, drama, or film; or a significant historical individual)
   feminine

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Examples

“V dverách stál muž mohutnej plecnatej postavy.”

A man of a massive, broad-shouldered physique stood in the doorway.

“V diaľke sa pomaly črtali dve ľudské postavy kráčajúce v snehu.”

In the distance, two human figures walking in the snow were slowly taking shape.

“V dnešnom predstavení náš obľúbený herec stvárnil hlavnú postavu tragédie.”

In today's performance, our favorite actor portrayed the main character of the tragedy.

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