How to Say "side part" in Spanish
The Spanish word for “side part” is “lateral” — B2 level.
English → SpanishB2
nounB2
the side panel of a machine or building
Examples
El lateral derecho del equipo es muy rápido.
The team's right back is very fast.
Hubo un problema en el lateral del edificio.
There was a problem on the side of the building.
El defensa juega de lateral izquierdo.
The defender plays as a left back.
Referring to People
When talking about a soccer player, 'el lateral' refers to a man. If the player is a woman, you say 'la lateral.'
Confusing Side with Edge
Mistake: “El lateral de la mesa.”
Correction: El borde de la mesa.
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