centro espacial
/θentɾo espaθjal/from spelling rules
The English phrase 'space center' is translated into Spanish as centro espacial.
How do you pronounce it?
/θentɾo espaθjal/
Did you know?
- The adjective espacial can be used as a slang term in some Spanish speaking regions to mean 'weird' or 'eccentric'. Calling a person espacial suggests they are acting as if they are from another planet.
- The word centro shares a root with the Greek word for 'sharp point'. It originally described the tool used to mark the center of a circle by stinging the surface.
- In many Spanish-speaking countries, the word espacial is strictly used for things related to outer space, whereas 'espacial' in English can sometimes refer to physical room or area.
Examples in context
- El Centro Espacial en Houston es famoso por su contribución a la exploración espacial.The Space Center in Houston is famous for its contribution to space exploration.
- El centro espacial es enorme.The space center is enormous.
- Trabajo en un centro espacial.I work at a space center.
- Visitamos el nuevo centro espacial.We visited the new space center.
Example conversation
Mateo and Elena are planning a trip.
- MateoElena, ¿vamos al centro espacial mañana?Elena, shall we go to the space center tomorrow?
- ElenaSí, me encantaría ir contigo, Mateo.Yes, I would love to go with you, Mateo.
- MateoTengo los boletos para el centro espacial.I have the tickets for the space center.
- Elena¡Perfecto! Nos vemos mañana entonces.Perfect! I'll see you tomorrow then.
Sources
- IPA marked “from spelling rules” is derived from standard Spanish spelling, where Wiktionary gives none.
- Word origins: Wiktionary entries centro, CC BY-SA 4.0.
