ciclo
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cycle
Visualizing the concept of a 'ciclo' (cycle) as a continuous, repeated sequence of events.
📝 In Action
El ciclo del agua es vital para la vida.
A2The water cycle is vital for life.
Estamos al final de un ciclo económico.
B1We are at the end of an economic cycle.
La luna completa su ciclo en menos de un mes.
B1The moon completes its cycle in less than a month.
💡 Grammar Points
Gender Tip
Remember that 'ciclo' is a masculine word, so you must always use masculine articles and adjectives with it (e.g., 'el ciclo', 'un ciclo largo').
⭐ Usage Tips
Ending a Cycle
The phrase 'cerrar un ciclo' is very common and means to finish a significant stage in life, like a job, a relationship, or a phase of personal growth.
The academic duration, or 'ciclo' escolar (school year), depicted as a period of growth and achievement.
ciclo(noun)
school year
?academic duration
course
?a specific program of study
,stage
?level of education
📝 In Action
¿En qué ciclo de la universidad estás?
B1Which stage/year of university are you in?
El ciclo de educación primaria dura seis años.
B2The primary education cycle lasts six years.
❌ Common Pitfalls
Academic vs. Time
Mistake: "Using 'año' instead of 'ciclo' when referring to a structured educational period."
Correction: While 'año' means year, 'ciclo' implies the specific, structured program or level. Use 'ciclo' when talking about grade levels or academic stages.
Illustrating a 'ciclo' (series) of related events, such as films, lectures, or concerts.
📝 In Action
Asistimos al ciclo de conferencias sobre historia antigua.
B2We attended the series of lectures on ancient history.
El cineclub presentará un ciclo de películas de Almodóvar.
C1The film club will present a series/run of Almodóvar films.
⭐ Usage Tips
Formal Context
This meaning is typically heard in formal announcements, newspapers, or gallery settings when promoting a continuous program of cultural events.
✏️ Quick Practice
💡 Quick Quiz: ciclo
Question 1 of 1
Which sentence uses 'ciclo' to refer to a natural, physical recurrence?
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Frequently Asked Questions
¿Es 'ciclo' siempre masculino?
Sí, 'ciclo' es un sustantivo masculino. Siempre debes decir 'el ciclo' o 'un ciclo'. Even though it ends in '-o', it is not a common mistake for learners, but it is important to confirm its gender.
¿Puedo usar 'ciclo' para hablar del ciclo menstrual?
Sí, es uno de los usos más comunes en contextos de salud. Se dice 'el ciclo menstrual' o simplemente 'el ciclo'.