cuadrados
/kwadɾados/from spelling rules
The English phrase squares is translated into Spanish as cuadrados.
In mathematics, cuadrados is used to refer to the result of a number multiplied by itself (squares).
Is it said differently in some regions?
In Spain, a common term for squares is cuadros. In some regions of Mexico, retazos is used to refer to small squares, particularly in craft-related contexts. In Argentina, people may use the phrase casilleros or casillas when referring to small squares in a grid-like context.
How does it change in a sentence?
The plural form cuadrados is derived from the singular masculine noun cuadrado. If the noun being described is feminine, the adjective 'square' changes to the feminine form cuadrada. If the noun being described is feminine and plural, the adjective 'square' changes to cuadradas.
How do you pronounce it?
/kwadɾados/
Did you know?
- The Spanish word for 'square' in a city center is plaza, which is completely different from the word cuadrado used for the shape.
- The word cuadrado is used in Spanish slang to describe someone who is old-fashioned, rigid or lacks flexibility in their thinking.
- In a physical therapy or medical context, cuadros can refer to a 'clinical picture' or a specific set of symptoms.
Examples in context
- Él dibujó dos cuadrados en la pizarra.He drew two squares on the blackboard.This example shows how to use cuadrados to describe shapes drawn on a blackboard.Tatoeba #1552893 by marcelostockle, translation #296449 by CK
- La suma de los cuadrados de los catetos es igual al cuadrado de la hipotenusa.The sum of the squares of the legs is equal to the square of the hypotenuse.This sentence uses cuadrados in a mathematical context regarding the sum of squares and the square of a hypotenuse.Tatoeba #3102897 by marcelostockle, translation #375226 by brauliobezerra
- Siempre trate de colocar sus piezas en los cuadrados donde puedan ser más efectivas.Always try to place your pieces on the squares where they can be most effective.This example illustrates the use of cuadrados when referring to positions or spaces on a board, such as in a game.Tatoeba #10106728 by carlosalberto, translation #10106720 by carlosalberto
- El arquitecto diseñó una plaza con hermosos cuadrados en el pisoThe architect designed a square with beautiful squares on the floor
- Mi hermana cosió una manta con bonitos cuadritos de coloresMy sister sewed a blanket with pretty colorful squares
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Example conversation
María and Daniel are choosing floor tiles for a renovation.
- MaríaMira estos azulejos cuadrados.Look at these square tiles.
- DanielMe gustan, pero prefiero los rectángulos.I like them, but I prefer rectangles.
- MaríaLos cuadrados quedan mejor en el baño.Squares look better in the bathroom.
- DanielTienes razón, María. Compremos esos.You are right, María. Let's buy those.
Sources
- IPA marked “from spelling rules” is derived from standard Spanish spelling, where Wiktionary gives none.
- Example sentences: Tatoeba CC BY 2.0 FR.
