How to Say "to intersect" in Spanish
The Spanish word for “to intersect” is “cruzar” — B1 level. This is a very common word in everyday Spanish.
English → SpanishB1
verbB1
when lines or objects meet
Examples
Ella cruza los brazos cuando está molesta.
She crosses her arms when she is annoyed.
Las dos líneas cruzan exactamente en el centro.
The two lines cross exactly in the center.
No cruces las piernas si llevas falda.
Don't cross your legs if you are wearing a skirt.
Using the Reflexive for Exchange
When people exchange something (like glances or words), we often use the reflexive form cruzarse: 'Nos cruzamos unas palabras' (We exchanged a few words).
Other Meanings of “cruzar”
“cruzar” can also mean:
- when routes or schedules conflict(B2)
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