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How to Say "figures" in Spanish

The most common Spanish word for “figures” is “cifras” — use 'cifras' when referring to statistical data, numerical results, or monetary amounts, often in a formal or report-like context..

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cifras

/SEE-frahs//ˈsifɾas/

nounB1
Use 'cifras' when referring to statistical data, numerical results, or monetary amounts, often in a formal or report-like context.
A colorful bar chart showing three different colored bars of varying heights on a clean background.

Examples

Las cifras de ventas superaron las expectativas este año.

The sales figures exceeded expectations this year.

Las cifras de desempleo han bajado este trimestre.

The unemployment figures have gone down this quarter.

El código de seguridad tiene cuatro cifras.

The security code has four digits.

Estamos analizando las cifras oficiales del gobierno.

We are analyzing the government's official figures.

Always Feminine

This word is a feminine naming word. Even though it's plural, you must use feminine helpers like 'las' or 'muchas'.

Cifras vs. Números

Mistake: “Using 'números' for a specific digit in a code.”

Correction: Use 'cifras' when talking about the individual digits (0-9) that make up a larger number.

datos

DAH-tohs/ˈdatos/

nounA1
Use 'datos' for general numerical information, facts, or pieces of information needed for analysis or understanding.
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Examples

Necesitamos más datos para tomar una decisión informada.

We need more data/information to make an informed decision.

Necesitamos más datos para entender el problema.

We need more facts/information to understand the problem.

Todos los datos históricos confirman esta teoría.

All the historical information confirms this theory.

Always Plural

Unlike the English word 'data,' which is often treated as singular (the data is good), the Spanish word 'datos' is always plural, so you must use plural articles and verbs (los datos son).

Using it as Singular

Mistake: “El dato es importante.”

Correction: Los datos son importantes. (Using the singular 'dato' usually refers to only one specific item, while 'datos' refers to the collection.)

valores

vah-LOH-rehs/baˈlo.ɾes/

nounB1
Use 'valores' to refer to specific data points or numerical values within a set, like in a table or a scientific measurement.
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Examples

Los valores medidos son consistentes con la teoría.

The measured values are consistent with the theory.

Necesitamos revisar los valores de la tabla antes de la reunión.

We need to review the values in the table before the meeting.

Los valores de las casas han aumentado en esta zona.

The prices (or values) of the houses have increased in this area.

General Plural of Worth

This meaning is the simple plural of 'valor' when it means 'worth,' 'price,' or 'numerical amount.' It is used just like the plural 'values' in English.

personajes

pehr-soh-NAH-hess/peɾsoˈnaxes/

nounC1
Use 'personajes' when 'figures' refers to important, notable, or famous people, especially in a social, political, or artistic context.
A storybook illustration showing two formally dressed, distinguished people standing on a small platform, symbolizing their notable status as important figures.

Examples

El evento contó con la presencia de figuras de la moda internacional.

The event featured figures from international fashion.

La conferencia reunió a los personajes más influyentes de la política.

The conference brought together the most influential figures in politics.

Eran personajes de gran prestigio en el ámbito científico.

They were personalities of great prestige in the scientific field.

Los personajes históricos de la Revolución Francesa son fascinantes.

The historical figures of the French Revolution are fascinating.

Using the Plural

Because 'personaje' ends in a vowel followed by 'e', the plural is formed by adding '-s', giving you 'personajes'. This is a standard rule for making nouns plural.

Missing the Plural Ending

Mistake: “Hablamos de los personaje famosos.”

Correction: Hablamos de los personajes famosos. You must remember the '-s' on the noun when the article 'los' is used.

Confusing 'cifras' and 'datos'

Learners often confuse 'cifras' and 'datos' because both relate to numbers. Remember that 'cifras' is usually for reported statistics or totals, while 'datos' is broader, referring to any numerical information or facts.

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