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ángulo

/AHNG-goo-loh/

angle

A simple yellow geometric triangle resting on a light blue surface, clearly illustrating a sharp angle at its vertex.

The word ángulo means 'angle,' referring to the space formed by two intersecting lines or surfaces.

ángulo(noun)

mA2

angle

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geometry, physics, physical corner

Also:

corner

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an outside corner or bend

📝 In Action

El carpintero cortó la madera en un ángulo de 45 grados.

B1

The carpenter cut the wood at a 45-degree angle.

Necesitas cambiar el ángulo de la cámara para que quepa todo el edificio.

B2

You need to change the angle of the camera so the whole building fits.

Word Connections

Synonyms

  • esquina (corner (of a street or room))
  • codo (bend (in a pipe or road))

Common Collocations

  • ángulo recto – right angle (90 degrees)
  • ángulo agudo – acute angle (less than 90 degrees)

💡 Grammar Points

Masculine Noun Rule

Even though it ends in '-o', it is always a masculine noun, meaning you must use 'el' or 'un' before it: 'el ángulo', 'un ángulo'.

❌ Common Pitfalls

Using 'Esquina' for Geometry

Mistake: "El ángulo de la calle (The angle of the street)"

Correction: La esquina de la calle (The corner of the street). Reserve 'ángulo' for measurements or perspectives, not general physical corners.

⭐ Usage Tips

Describing Angles

To talk about the type of angle, use the pattern 'ángulo + adjective': 'ángulo obtuso' (obtuse angle).

Two stylized cartoon figures observing a simple blue cube from different positions, demonstrating how their perspectives differ.

Ángulo can also mean 'perspective' or point of view, showing how two people can see the same object differently depending on their position.

ángulo(noun)

mB2

perspective

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point of view, interpretation

Also:

slant

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approach, specific focus

📝 In Action

El periodista analizó la noticia desde un ángulo político.

B2

The journalist analyzed the news from a political angle/perspective.

Si lo ves desde mi ángulo, tiene sentido.

C1

If you look at it from my perspective, it makes sense.

Word Connections

Synonyms

  • perspectiva (perspective)
  • punto de vista (point of view)

Common Collocations

  • ángulo muerto – blind spot (figuratively)
  • cambiar el ángulo – change the perspective

💡 Grammar Points

Using 'Desde'

When talking about perspective, you almost always use the preposition 'desde' (from) before 'un ángulo': 'desde otro ángulo' (from another angle).

⭐ Usage Tips

Formal vs. Abstract

This meaning is often used in writing, academic discussion, or formal debates where you are discussing different interpretations of a subject.

✏️ Quick Practice

💡 Quick Quiz: ángulo

Question 1 of 1

Which sentence uses 'ángulo' to mean 'perspective' instead of a physical measurement?

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Word Family

angular(angular) - adjective
triángulo(triangle) - noun

Frequently Asked Questions

Is 'ángulo' masculine or feminine?

'Ángulo' is always masculine (el ángulo, un ángulo), even though many Spanish nouns ending in 'a' are feminine. Pay attention to the definite article 'el'.

What is the difference between 'ángulo' and 'esquina'?

'Ángulo' refers to the measurement or the abstract concept of a corner (like in geometry or photography). 'Esquina' refers to a physical, external corner, like the corner of a street or a table.