derivado
“derivado” means “derived” in Spanish. It has 2 different meanings depending on context:
derived, resulting from
Also: stemming from
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Los problemas derivados del clima afectaron la cosecha.
B1The problems resulting from the weather affected the harvest.
Esta palabra es un término derivado del latín.
B2This word is a term derived from Latin.
Hubo gastos derivados de la mudanza.
B2There were expenses stemming from the move.
derivative, byproduct
Also: dairy product
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El queso es un derivado de la leche.
A2Cheese is a dairy product (derivative of milk).
Muchos plásticos son derivados del petróleo.
B1Many plastics are petroleum derivatives.
En matemáticas, aprendimos a calcular la derivada.
C1In math, we learned how to calculate the derivative.
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Words that translate to "derivado" in Spanish:
byproduct→dairy product→derivative→derived→resulting from→stemming from→✏️ Quick Practice
Quick Quiz: derivado
Question 1 of 3
Which of these is a 'derivado lácteo'?
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📚 Etymology▼
From the Latin word 'derivatus', which describes water being led away from a main river into a smaller stream. It combines 'de' (away) and 'rivus' (river).
First recorded: 13th century
Cognates (Related words)
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is 'derivado' a verb or an adjective?
It can be both! It is the past form of the verb 'derivar' (to derive), but it is very commonly used as an adjective to describe things that come from a source, or as a noun to name a byproduct.
What is the difference between 'derivado' and 'origen'?
'Origen' is where something starts, while 'derivado' is the thing that comes out of that start. For example, milk is the 'origen' and cheese is the 'derivado'.
When do I use 'la derivada' vs 'el derivado'?
Use 'la derivada' (feminine) exclusively for the mathematical concept of a derivative in calculus. Use 'el derivado' (masculine) for products, like 'un derivado del petróleo' (a petroleum derivative).