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    Ácido (en. Acid)

    /ˈasiðo/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishSpanish
    noun
    A chemical substance with corrosive properties that can neutralize bases.
    Hydrochloric acid is widely used in laboratories.
    El ácido clorhídrico es muy utilizado en laboratorios.
    A compound found in fruits like lemon.
    Citric acid is responsible for the sour taste of lemons.
    El ácido cítrico es responsable del sabor ácido de los limones.
    A substance that can cause irritation upon contact with skin.
    You should be careful with acids in cleaning products.
    Debes tener cuidado con los ácidos en productos de limpieza.

    Etymology

    From Latin 'acidus', meaning 'sour' or 'sharp'.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    acetic acid
    A chemical substance used as a preservative and in the production of vinegar.
    ácido ascético
    sour emotions
    Refers to intense and negative feelings.
    emociones ácidas
    acid humor
    A style of humor that can be sarcastic or biting.
    humor ácido

    Related Words

    nucleic acid
    A biological molecule that stores genetic information.
    ácido nucleico
    lactic acid
    A compound produced in muscles during intense exercise.
    ácido láctico
    base
    A substance that can neutralize acids.
    base

    Slang Meanings

    Refers to something that causes discomfort or unease.
    That movie was so acid that I couldn't stand it.
    Esa película fue tan ácida que no la pude soportar.
    Description of a style that is too strong or exaggerated.
    Her way of dressing is very acid, hard to ignore.
    Su forma de vestir es muy ácida, difícil de ignorar.