How to Say "to fluctuate" in Spanish
The Spanish word for “to fluctuate” is “oscilar” — B1 level.
Examples
Los precios de la fruta oscilan según la temporada.
Fruit prices fluctuate depending on the season.
La temperatura oscilará entre los 15 y 20 grados.
The temperature will range between 15 and 20 degrees.
El péndulo del reloj dejó de oscilar.
The clock's pendulum stopped swinging.
Using 'Entre' for Ranges
When talking about numbers or limits, always use 'oscilar entre [A] y [B]' to say something ranges 'between' two points.
A Regular 'AR' Verb
Even though it looks fancy, 'oscilar' follows the exact same patterns as 'hablar' or 'cantar' in every tense.
The 'De... A...' Trap
Mistake: “Los precios oscilan de 5 a 10 euros.”
Correction: Los precios oscilan entre 5 y 10 euros. (With this verb, 'entre' is the natural way to set the boundaries.)
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