cubos
/kubos/from spelling rules
The English phrase "cubes" is translated into Spanish as cubos.
The word refers to three-dimensional shapes with six equal square faces.
How does it change in a sentence?
The singular form of the word is cubo. To form the plural cubos, the suffix -s is added to the singular noun.
How do you pronounce it?
/kubos/
Did you know?
- While sugar 'cubes' can be called cubos de azúcar, the term terrones is preferred. This word comes from terrón, meaning a 'clod' or 'lump' of earth.
- In certain Spanish nightlife contexts, ordering a cubo does not refer to a shape, but to a large bucket of beers on ice meant for sharing among a group.
- In Spanish, the word cubo is also the standard word for a 'bucket' or 'pail'.
Examples in context
- Estos cubos de hielo se derretirán pronto.These ice cubes will melt soon.This sentence shows how to use cubos when talking about ice cubes.Tatoeba #2930670 by marcelostockle, translation #681457 by Source_VOA
- Corta el queso en rodajas finas o en cubos.Cut the cheese into thin slices or into little cubes.This sentence demonstrates using cubos when describing how to cut food.Tatoeba #5028122 by don_ramon, translation #5028116 by Airvian
- Este jugo estaría aún mejor con dos cubos de hielo.This juice would be even better with two ice cubes.This sentence provides an example of using cubos in the context of adding ice to a drink.Tatoeba #2930686 by marcelostockle, translation #1124670 by kedge
- Por favor, trae los cubos de hielo para el refresco.Please bring the ice cubes for the soda.
- Necesito seis cubos de azúcar para la receta.I need six sugar cubes for the recipe.
- No olvides poner los cuadritos de hielo en mi bebida.Don't forget to put the ice cubes in my drink.
- Pasame unos cubitos de azúcar, por favor.Pass me some sugar cubes, please.
- 3 more sentences on Tatoeba
Example conversation
Mateo and Elena are organizing a children's playroom.
- MateoElena, ¿puedes guardar estos cubos en la estantería?Elena, can you put these cubes on the shelf?
- ElenaSí, Mateo, yo los guardaré ahora mismo.Yes, Mateo, I will put them away right now.
- MateoGracias, los cubos de madera son muy pesados.Thanks, the wooden cubes are very heavy.
- ElenaNo te preocupes, yo lo hago por ti.Don't worry, I'll do it for you.
Sources
- IPA marked “from spelling rules” is derived from standard Spanish spelling, where Wiktionary gives none.
- Example sentences: Tatoeba CC BY 2.0 FR.
