Alcances (en. Scopes)

/al'kanθes/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishSpanish
noun
Reach refers to the extent or measure of a phenomenon.
The reaches of the research are significant.
Los alcances de la investigación son significativos.
It refers to the power or ability to achieve something.
The reaches of his influence are vast.
Los alcances de su influencia son amplios.
In methodology, it refers to the aspects that will be included in a study.
The reaches of the project were clearly defined.
Los alcances del proyecto quedaron bien definidos.

Etymology

It derives from the verb 'alcanzar', which comes from the Latin 'adcaptiare'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

Within its reaches
In its capacity or limitations
en sus alcances
Limited reach
That has restrictions
alcance limitado
To know the reaches
To understand the possibilities or limits of something
conocer los alcances

Related Words

To reach
To achieve or reach a goal.
alcanzar
Extension
Measure of length or surface.
extensión
Dimension
Measure of size or reach.
dimensión

Slang Meanings

Reach in the context of social relationships.
At the party, his reaches extended to all groups.
En la fiesta, sus alcances se extendían a todos los grupos.
Reaches in terms of political influence.
The mayor has many reaches in local government.
El alcalde tiene muchos alcances en el gobierno local.