Alcance (en. Scope)

/alˈkante/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishSpanish
noun
The measure of the distance or effect that something can have.
The reach of the advertising campaign was wide.
El alcance de la campaña publicitaria fue amplio.
The capacity or possibility of accomplishing something.
The scope of the project is impressive.
El alcance del proyecto es impresionante.
The zone or area that something can cover.
The reach of the radar extends up to 500 kilometers.
El alcance del radar llega hasta 500 kilómetros.

Etymology

From the Latin 'alcançare', meaning 'to make reach' or 'to extend'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

within reach
in a nearby place or easy to reach.
a alcance de mano
to be out of reach
not having the capacity or necessary distance to accomplish something.
no tener alcance
to catch up
to catch up with someone or something that has moved ahead.
dar alcance

Related Words

to reach
To get to a place or level.
alcanzar
economic reach
Available financial capacity to carry out actions.
alcance económico
visual reach
Maximum distance that can be observed.
alcance visual

Slang Meanings

Reach in terms of influence or power.
Its reach in the community is impressive.
Su alcance en la comunidad es impresionante.
Reach on social networks.
The reach of his posts has increased.
El alcance de sus publicaciones ha aumentado.