When do I use rostro or cara?
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It appears to me that "rostro" and "cara" mean the same thing-"face". Are there times or contexts that would better determine when to use one or the other, or are they equally interchangeable?
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updated ABR 5, 2010
posted by Laura-Lee
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As inuyaki said, rostro addresses more abstract concepts such as emotions.
su rostro triste Her sad countenance.
updated ABR 5, 2010
posted by Delores--Lindsey
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"rostro" is a more intimate word used to describe or talk about someone's face whereas "cara" is more like the actual anatomical structure that is the face.
updated ABR 5, 2010
posted by TCUspan
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"rostro" involves abstract concepts and "cara" physical aspects .
updated ABR 5, 2010
posted by inuyaki
