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How to Say "integral" in Spanish

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integral

/een-teh-gral//inteˈɡɾal/

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Use this word when referring to the mathematical concept of an integral in calculus.
A visual representation of a curved hill with the area underneath it shaded in a bright color.

Examples

Tengo que resolver esta integral para la clase de cálculo.

I have to solve this integral for calculus class.

integrante

/een-teh-GRAHN-teh//inteˈɡɾante/

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Use this word when describing something that is a necessary part or component of a larger whole.
A colorful puzzle with one specific piece being placed into a central hole to complete the picture.

Examples

El respeto es una parte integrante de nuestra convivencia.

Respect is an integral part of our coexistence.

Estos artículos son piezas integrantes del motor.

These items are constituent parts of the engine.

La educación es un elemento integrante del desarrollo humano.

Education is an integral element of human development.

Adjective Position

When used as an adjective, it almost always follows the noun it describes, like 'parte integrante'.

Confusing with 'Integral'

Mistake: “Pan integrante.”

Correction: Pan integral. Use 'integral' for whole-wheat food, and 'integrante' for things that are parts of a system.

Integral vs. Integrante

Learners often confuse 'integral' and 'integrante'. Remember that 'integral' is specifically for calculus, while 'integrante' means essential or constituent. If you mean 'essential part,' use 'integrante'.

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