cuadrado
“cuadrado” means “square” in Spanish. It has 3 different meanings depending on context:
square
Also: square-shaped
📝 In Action
Necesito una caja cuadrada para este regalo.
A1I need a square box for this gift.
La mesa del comedor es cuadrada.
A1The dining room table is square.
Las baldosas del baño son blancas y cuadradas.
A2The bathroom tiles are white and square.
square, square
📝 In Action
El niño dibujó un cuadrado en su cuaderno.
A1The boy drew a square in his notebook.
Tres al cuadrado es igual a nueve.
B1Three squared is equal to nine.
buff / muscular
Also: narrow-minded / rigid
📝 In Action
Tu hermano está muy cuadrado desde que va al gimnasio.
B1Your brother is really buff since he's been going to the gym.
Mi jefe es muy cuadrado y no acepta ideas nuevas.
B2My boss is very narrow-minded and doesn't accept new ideas.
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Words that translate to "cuadrado" in Spanish:
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Quick Quiz: cuadrado
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If you are describing a woman who is very stubborn and rigid in her thinking, what should you say?
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👥 Word Family▼
📚 Etymology▼
From the Latin word 'quadratus,' which is the past form of 'quadrare' (to make square), coming from 'quattuor' (four).
First recorded: 13th century
Cognates (Related words)
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the difference between 'cuadrado' and 'cuadro'?
'Cuadrado' is the name of the shape (a square). 'Cuadro' refers to a painting, a picture frame, or a chart/table of information.
Can I use 'cuadrado' for a square in a city (like a town square)?
No. For a town square, you should use the word 'plaza'.
How do I say 'square root'?
In Spanish, 'square root' is 'raíz cuadrada'.