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ecuación

eh-kwah-syohn/ekwaˈsjon/

“ecuación” means “equation” in Spanish (mathematical or scientific statement).

equation

Also: formula, balance
NounfB1
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📝 In Action

Necesito resolver esta ecuación para la clase de matemáticas.

A2

I need to solve this equation for math class.

El tiempo es una parte fundamental de la ecuación en este proyecto.

B2

Time is a fundamental part of the equation in this project.

Si añadimos más personal, la ecuación económica cambia por completo.

C1

If we add more staff, the economic equation changes completely.

Word Connections

Synonyms

Antonyms

Common Collocations

  • resolver una ecuación – to solve an equation
  • plantear una ecuación – to set up/pose an equation
  • ecuación de segundo grado – quadratic equation

Idioms & Expressions

  • entrar en la ecuación – to become a factor in a situation

✏️ Quick Practice

Quick Quiz: ecuación

Question 1 of 3

Which article should you use with 'ecuación'?

📚 More Resources

👥 Word Family▼
ecualizar(to equalize) — Verb
ecuánime(level-headed/impartial) — Adjective
adecuar(to adapt/adjust) — Verb
🎵 Rhymes▼
canciónlecciónacción
📚 Etymology▼

From Latin 'aequatio', which means 'making equal' or 'distribution'. It comes from 'aequus', meaning 'equal' or 'level'.

First recorded: 13th century

Cognates (Related words)

French: équationItalian: equazionePortuguese: equação

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is 'ecuación' only used in math?

No. While its primary use is in mathematics, it is very common in journalism and business to describe a complex situation with many parts (e.g., 'the social equation').

How do you say 'to solve an equation'?

The most common way is 'resolver una ecuación'.

Does it have a plural form?

Yes, 'ecuaciones'. Just remember to drop the accent mark!