espectro
/esˈpeɡtɾo/masculine
The English word spectrum is translated into Spanish as espectro.
espectro is a masculine noun used to describe a range of things. When referring specifically to someone being on the autism spectrum, use the phrase en el espectro.
Meaning: range (noun)
Which one should you use?
While espectro is used for a spectrum, the word gama is a formal equivalent used to denote a range or variety.
How does it change in a sentence?
The plural form of espectro is espectros.
How do you pronounce it?
/esˈpeɡtɾo/
Did you know?
- While espectro means 'spectrum', the word abanico literally means 'hand fan' and is used metaphorically to describe a wide range or spectrum of possibilities.
- In Spanish, the word espectro carries a much stronger association with 'specter' or 'ghost' than the English 'spectrum' does in everyday conversation.
- In Spanish, the word gama refers to a range or spectrum and is borrowed from the Italian word for the musical scale 'gamma'.
Examples in context
- La música de Beethoven retrata todo el espectro de las emociones humanas, desde la alegría emocionante hasta la profunda desesperación.Beethoven's music portrays the whole spectrum of human emotions, from exhilarating joy to deep despair.This sentence shows how espectro can describe a wide range of human emotions.Tatoeba #5918952 by albrusgher, translation #3763947 by patgfisher
- Estos comentaristas sostienen que la Pantera Rosa de los dibujos animados presenta características comportamentales propias del espectro autista.These commentators argue that the Pink Panther from the animated cartoons shows the behavioral characteristics of someone on the autism spectrum.This sentence illustrates the use of espectro in a behavioral context.Tatoeba #10590354 by Seael, translation #10619402 by sangelo
- Tom probablemente está en el espectro.Tom is probably on the spectrum.This sentence demonstrates how to say someone is on the spectrum using espectro.Tatoeba #11906706 by DJ_Saidez, translation #8096638 by deniko
- El espectro electromagnético es esencial para comprender el comportamiento de la luz.The electromagnetic spectrum is essential to understand the behavior of light.
- La gama visible se compone de varios colores.The visible spectrum consists of various colors.
- El espectro educativo es un aspecto esencial a considerar.The educational spectrum is an essential aspect to consider.
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Example conversation
Mateo and Sofía are discussing the variety of colors in a new painting.
- MateoMe gusta cómo usaste todo el espectro de colores.I like how you used the whole spectrum of colors.
- SofíaGracias, quería que se viera muy vibrante.Thanks, I wanted it to look very vibrant.
- MateoEl espectro de azules es especialmente bonito.The spectrum of blues is especially beautiful.
- SofíaEsa es mi parte favorita del cuadro.That is my favorite part of the painting.
Sources
- Wiktionary, “spectrum” translations and entries espectro, CC BY-SA 4.0, dump of 2026-09-26.
- Example sentences: Tatoeba CC BY 2.0 FR.
