pérdidas
“pérdidas” means “losses” in Spanish. It has 3 different meanings depending on context:
losses
Also: deficits
📝 In Action
La empresa reportó grandes pérdidas este trimestre.
B1The company reported big losses this quarter.
Debemos reducir las pérdidas de energía en la fábrica.
B2We must reduce energy losses in the factory.
losses
Also: bereavement
📝 In Action
Lamentamos mucho sus pérdidas familiares.
A2We are very sorry for your family losses.
La batalla resultó en muchas pérdidas humanas.
B1The battle resulted in many human losses.
leaks
Also: leakage
📝 In Action
Hay pérdidas de agua en el baño.
B1There are water leaks in the bathroom.
El motor tiene pequeñas pérdidas de aceite.
B2The engine has small oil leaks.
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Words that translate to "pérdidas" in Spanish:
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Quick Quiz: pérdidas
Question 1 of 2
Which of these phrases correctly means 'Profit and Loss'?
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📚 Etymology▼
From the Latin word 'perdita', which is the feminine form of a word meaning 'something lost'. It ultimately comes from 'perdere', which means 'to destroy' or 'to squander'.
First recorded: 13th century
Cognates (Related words)
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the difference between 'pérdidas' and 'perdidas'?
Accent marks matter! 'Pérdidas' (with an accent) is a noun meaning 'losses'. 'Perdidas' (no accent) is an adjective describing things or people that are 'lost' (feminine plural).
Is 'pérdidas' used for the death of a person?
Yes, it is a respectful and common way to refer to the death of loved ones, similar to saying 'my condolences for your losses' in English.