plataforma de cimentación
/platafoɾma de θimentaθjon/from spelling rules
The English phrase "building pad" is translated into Spanish as plataforma de cimentación.
This term is used specifically in civil engineering and construction to describe the prepared ground surface.
What does it mean word for word?
The phrase is composed of plataforma (platform) and de cimentación (of foundation/founding).
How do you pronounce it?
/platafoɾma de θimentaθjon/
Did you know?
- In Spanish, the word cimentar can be used metaphorically to mean 'to lay the groundwork' for a relationship or an abstract idea, not just a physical structure.
- If a building pad is created by raising the ground with fill material rather than just leveling it, Spanish speakers may use the specific term terraplén.
- A student might accidentally refer to a blueprint instead of a building pad if they use the word plano in a construction context.
Examples in context
- La plataforma de cimentación debe estar nivelada.The building pad must be level.
- Necesitamos preparar la plataforma de cimentación hoy.We need to prepare the building pad today.
- El terreno para la plataforma de cimentación es firme.The ground for the building pad is firm.
Example conversation
A construction site where a foreman and an engineer are discussing progress.
- MaríaMateo, ¿está lista la plataforma de cimentación?Mateo, is the building pad ready?
- MateoSí, María, ya terminamos de nivelar el suelo.Yes, María, we already finished leveling the ground.
- MaríaPerfecto, podemos empezar a verter el concreto.Perfect, we can start pouring the concrete.
- MateoMuy bien, traeré el equipo de inmediato.Very well, I will bring the equipment immediately.
Sources
- IPA marked “from spelling rules” is derived from standard Spanish spelling, where Wiktionary gives none.
