Think of 'el corte' as any kind of separation or interruption. It can be physical (a cut on your skin, a haircut), a style (the cut of a jacket), or an interruption of service (a power cut).

One Word, Many Kinds of 'Cuts'

Extremely common. You'll hear this meaning constantly in daily life.

Mixing up the Genders

This is a key difference! 'El corte' (masculine) almost always means a 'cut' or 'interruption.' 'La corte' (feminine) means a legal or royal 'court.' Remembering the gender helps you know which meaning is intended.

Gender Matters: 'el corte' vs. 'la corte'

Common in news, legal, or historical contexts, but less so in casual conversation.

'Corte' isn't a base verb. It's a special form of 'cortar' (to cut) used for formal commands ('Corte aquí' - 'Cut here') or in situations expressing wishes, doubts, or suggestions ('Quiero que corte el césped' - 'I want you to cut the grass').

Not a Standalone Verb

As a form of the essential verb 'cortar', this is extremely common.

Learn the multiple meanings of the Spanish word 'corte' as a noun (a cut, haircut, outage, or a court) and as a verb form of 'cortar' (to cut). Includes full conjugations, examples, and usage tips for 'el corte' vs. 'la corte'.

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Complete Conjugation Tables

🔄 Conjugations

indicative

present

preterite

imperfect

future

conditional

subjunctive

present

imperfect

imperative

affirmative

negative

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