gama
“gama” means “range” in Spanish. It has 2 different meanings depending on context:
range
Also: spectrum, scale
📝 In Action
La tienda tiene una amplia gama de colores.
A2The store has a wide range of colors.
Estamos buscando un producto de gama alta.
B1We are looking for a high-end product.
Su voz cubre una gran gama de notas.
B2His voice covers a wide range of notes.
doe
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La gama cuidaba de su cría en el claro del bosque.
C2The doe was taking care of her young in the forest clearing.
El gamo y la gama saltaron la valla.
C2The buck and the doe jumped over the fence.
Vimos varias gamas cerca del río.
C1We saw several female fallow deer near the river.
✏️ Quick Practice
Quick Quiz: gama
Question 1 of 3
What does 'gama alta' usually refer to in a store?
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📚 Etymology▼
The 'range' meaning comes from the Greek letter 'gamma', used in medieval music to name the lowest note. The 'deer' meaning comes from the Latin 'damma', meaning fallow deer.
First recorded: 13th century
Cognates (Related words)
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is 'gama' the same as 'rango'?
Not exactly. 'Gama' is used for a variety of options or a spectrum (colors, musical notes, products). 'Rango' is used for rank, hierarchy, or mathematical ranges.
Why is 'high-end' called 'gama alta'?
Because it refers to the 'high range' of a company's product catalog, usually indicating better quality and higher price.
Does 'gama' have anything to do with 'gamma rays'?
Yes! In science, 'rayos gamma' (gamma rays) uses the same Greek root, referring to the third letter of the Greek alphabet.