cordón
“cordón” means “shoelace” in Spanish. It has 2 different meanings depending on context:
shoelace
Also: cord, string
📝 In Action
Tengo que atarme el cordón del zapato.
A1I have to tie my shoelace.
El cordón de mi sudadera es muy largo.
A2The string on my hoodie is very long.
Usa un cordón rojo para decorar el regalo.
B1Use a red cord to decorate the gift.
cordon
Also: curb
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La policía formó un cordón de seguridad.
B2The police formed a security cordon.
No estaciones el coche tan cerca del cordón.
B1Don't park the car so close to the curb.
El cordón sanitario impide el paso a la zona infectada.
C1The sanitary cordon prevents entry to the infected area.
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Words that translate to "cordón" in Spanish:
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Quick Quiz: cordón
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What should you do if your 'cordón' is loose?
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From the word 'cuerda' (rope), which comes from Latin 'chorda' (catgut/string), originally from Greek 'khorde'. The '-ón' ending makes it a specific type of cord.
First recorded: 13th century
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is 'cordón' used for electrical cables?
Sometimes, but usually 'cable' is preferred. 'Cordón' refers more to fabric or fiber-based strings.
Why does the accent disappear in 'cordones'?
In Spanish, words ending in 'n' or 's' have the stress on the second-to-last syllable. 'Cordón' needs an accent to force the stress to the end. In 'cordones', the stress naturally falls on 'do', so the accent is no longer needed.
What is a 'cordón sanitario'?
It is a barrier used to stop the spread of an infectious disease by restricting movement in and out of an area.