Caras

Caras is a term with multiple uses in language and onomastics. In Spanish and Portuguese, caras is the plural form of cara, meaning “faces.” This makes it a common noun in everyday speech and in various idiomatic expressions.

As a proper noun, Caras has been used as the title of magazines in Latin America and Europe, typically focusing on celebrity news, fashion, and lifestyle topics. The exact scope and country of publication vary by edition, publisher, and era, but the name is associated with periodicals that emphasize public profiles and entertainment coverage.

Caras is also a surname found in several cultures, and it is borne by individuals across different fields, including arts, sports, and academia. As a surname, it can appear in historical records, contemporary media, and biographical references without implying a single ancestral origin.

Beyond publishing and naming, the word appears in various brand names and fictional contexts, reflecting its concise, memorable character and its association with faces, appearances, or public personas. Because Caras can refer to different subjects depending on context, the intended meaning is typically clarified by accompanying information such as language, geography, or the field of use.

See also Cara, a related term with its own set of articles.