Ángulo (en. Angle)

/ˈaŋɡulo/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishSpanish
noun
The figure formed by two rays that have a common point called a vertex.
A triangle has three angles.
Un triángulo tiene tres ángulos.
The measure of the space in degrees between two rays.
The right angle measures 90 degrees.
El ángulo recto mide 90 grados.
Perspective or approach from which a matter is considered.
From his angle, the situation was complicated.
Desde su ángulo, la situación era complicada.

Etymology

From the Latin 'angulus', which means 'corner' or 'bend'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

Blind spot
Area that cannot be seen, especially in the context of traffic.
ángulo muerto
See from another angle
Consider a situation from a different perspective.
ver desde otro ángulo
From a new angle
Analyze an issue with a different approach.
bajo un nuevo ángulo

Related Words

Point
Place of intersection of two elements.
punto
Line
Trajectory that has a single dimension and extends in both directions.
línea
Triangle
Polygon with three sides.
triángulo

Slang Meanings

Point of view
From my angle, I think you should try it.
Desde mi ángulo, creo que deberías intentarlo.
Different perspective
That’s a good idea, but I need to see it from another angle.
Esa es una buena idea, pero necesito verlo desde otro ángulo.