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rango

/RRAHN-goh/

rank

Three simple, stylized figures standing on a three-tiered pedestal, clearly illustrating a hierarchy or ranking system.

Rango, meaning 'rank,' is often used to describe a position within a military or professional hierarchy.

rango(noun)

mB1

rank

?

military or professional hierarchy

,

status

?

social position

Also:

grade

?

level achieved

,

position

?

official role

📝 In Action

Ascendió rápidamente de rango dentro de la empresa.

B1

He quickly rose in rank within the company.

El rango de coronel exige mucha responsabilidad.

B2

The rank of colonel demands a lot of responsibility.

No importa tu rango social, todos son bienvenidos aquí.

B1

Your social status doesn't matter; everyone is welcome here.

Word Connections

Synonyms

  • posición (position)
  • categoría (category)
  • jerarquía (hierarchy)

Common Collocations

  • rango militar – military rank
  • rango superior – higher rank

💡 Grammar Points

Masculine Noun Rule

Since 'rango' ends in -o, it is almost always a masculine word. Remember to use masculine articles like 'el' or 'un' before it.

⭐ Usage Tips

Official Titles

Use 'rango' when referring to official, formal titles, especially in government, military, or academic settings.

A single, colorful arching arrow spans a wide distance between a defined starting point and an ending point on a flat plane, illustrating extent.

When used to mean 'range,' rango refers to the scope, extent, or measurement between two limits.

rango(noun)

mB2

range

?

scope, extent, or measurement

,

spectrum

?

full extent of variation

Also:

extent

?

how far something stretches

📝 In Action

El rango de temperatura ideal para esta planta es entre 15 y 25 grados.

B2

The ideal temperature range for this plant is between 15 and 25 degrees.

Esta radio tiene un rango de recepción muy amplio.

B2

This radio has a very wide reception range.

Los datos caen en el rango esperado.

C1

The data falls within the expected range.

Word Connections

Synonyms

Common Collocations

  • rango de precios – price range
  • rango vocal – vocal range

💡 Grammar Points

Prepositions with Rango

When specifying the limits of a range, use 'entre... y...' (between... and...) or 'desde... hasta...' (from... to...).

⭐ Usage Tips

Formal Contexts

This meaning of 'rango' is often preferred over 'alcance' in academic, scientific, or statistical discussions.

✏️ Quick Practice

💡 Quick Quiz: rango

Question 1 of 2

Which sentence uses 'rango' to mean 'a measurement or extent'?

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Word Family

rango(rank, range) - noun
rangos(ranks, ranges) - noun
ranguera(high rank (colloquial, some regions)) - noun

Frequently Asked Questions

Is 'rango' the same as 'área' or 'zona'?

Not exactly. While all can refer to space, 'rango' specifically defines the limits or the extent *between* a minimum and a maximum (like a numerical range or a hierarchy). 'Área' (area) and 'zona' (zone) refer to a physical place or region.

How do I say 'price range' in Spanish?

The most common and natural way is 'rango de precios'. You can also sometimes hear 'margen de precios', but 'rango' is standard.