cifras
/SEE-frahs/
figures
The word 'cifras' can refer to figures or statistical data, much like the bars on a chart.
cifras(noun)
figures
?referring to statistical data or results
digits
?individual numbers from 0 to 9
,numbers
?general numerical values
📝 In Action
Las cifras de desempleo han bajado este trimestre.
B1The unemployment figures have gone down this quarter.
El código de seguridad tiene cuatro cifras.
A2The security code has four digits.
Estamos analizando las cifras oficiales del gobierno.
B2We are analyzing the government's official figures.
💡 Grammar Points
Always Feminine
This word is a feminine naming word. Even though it's plural, you must use feminine helpers like 'las' or 'muchas'.
❌ Common Pitfalls
Cifras vs. Números
Mistake: "Using 'números' for a specific digit in a code."
Correction: Use 'cifras' when talking about the individual digits (0-9) that make up a larger number.
⭐ Usage Tips
Business Context
Use 'cifras' instead of 'números' when presenting data or results to sound more professional.
As a verb, 'cifras' means you calculate or estimate the value of something.
cifras(verb)
you calculate
?estimating or valuing something
you code
?writing something in a secret cipher
,you base on
?placing your hopes or expectations on something
📝 In Action
Tú cifras el éxito en el trabajo duro.
B2You base success on hard work.
Si cifras el mensaje, nadie podrá leerlo.
C1If you code the message, nobody will be able to read it.
💡 Grammar Points
The 'You' Form
This specific form 'cifras' is used when talking to one person you know well (informal) in the present tense.
🔄 Conjugations
subjunctive
present
imperfect
indicative
present
imperfect
preterite
✏️ Quick Practice
💡 Quick Quiz: cifras
Question 1 of 2
In the sentence 'El número secreto tiene cinco cifras', what does 'cifras' mean?
📚 More Resources
Frequently Asked Questions
Is 'cifras' the same as 'números'?
Not exactly. 'Números' is general. 'Cifras' specifically refers to the digits 0-9 or to data and statistics in a report.
How do I say 'sales figures' in Spanish?
You say 'cifras de ventas'.