Brad
/bɾad/from spelling rules
The English phrase 'brad' can be translated to Spanish as Brad.
The term refers to a thin finishing nail.
Meaning: thin finishing nail (noun)
How do you pronounce it?
The pronunciation is /bɾad/.
Did you know?
- The word clavo shares a root with the Latin clavus, which originally meant 'nail' or 'spike'. This is the same root that gives English the word 'clavicle' because the collarbone is shaped like a nail.
- The word clavo is also used idiomatically in several Spanish-speaking countries to mean 'a problem' or 'a hitch', much like how 'a hiccup' is used in English.
- In various Spanish-speaking regions, the term punta is used for very small nails. This refers to the 'point' of the nail, treating the entire object as if it were just its tip.
Examples in context
- Tom dice que quiere ser como Brad Pitt.Tom says he wants to be like Brad Pitt.Tatoeba #4927589 by cueyayotl, translation #9947576 by DJ_Saidez
- Brad Pitt es un actor.Brad Pitt is an actor.Tatoeba #746206 by darinmex, translation #680077 by Source_VOA
- Brad, te presento a mi amigo Juan.Brad, meet my friend Juan.
Example conversation
Alejandro and Elena are repairing a wooden picture frame.
- AlejandroElena, ¿tienes algún Brad pequeño aquí?Elena, do you have a small brad here?
- ElenaSí, Alejandro, están en la caja roja.Yes, Alejandro, they are in the red box.
- AlejandroPerfecto, usaré un Brad para que no se note.Perfect, I'll use a brad so it isn't noticed.
- ElenaBuena idea, así quedará mucho mejor.Good idea, it will look much better that way.
Sources
- IPA marked “from spelling rules” is derived from standard Spanish spelling, where Wiktionary gives none.
- Example sentences: Tatoeba CC BY 2.0 FR.
