How to Say "crosses" in Spanish
The Spanish word for “crosses” is “cruza” — A1 level. This is a very common word in everyday Spanish.
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when talking about someone or something moving from one side to another
Examples
Ella cruza la calle por el paso de peatones.
She crosses the street at the crosswalk.
¡Cruza ahora que no vienen coches!
Cross now while there are no cars coming!
El camino cruza el bosque.
The path crosses the forest.
One word, two jobs
'Cruza' is what we use to say 'he crosses,' but it's also the exact word we use to tell a friend 'Cross!'
Ordering someone politely
Mistake: “Using 'cruza' with a boss or stranger.”
Correction: Use 'cruce' for polite or formal situations. 'Cruza' is only for friends, family, or children.
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