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    Alta (en. High)

    /ˈalta/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishSpanish
    noun
    It refers to the height of an object or a person.
    The height of the mountain left us breathless.
    La alta de la montaña nos dejó sin aliento.
    It designates a superior category or level in a context.
    The high quality of this product is undeniable.
    La alta calidad de este producto es innegable.
    It indicates a high position in hierarchy.
    She holds a high management position in the company.
    Ella ocupa un puesto de alta dirección en la empresa.
    adjective
    Characteristic of being elevated or of great stature.
    Pedro is a very tall man.
    Pedro es un hombre muy alto.
    It is used to describe significant prices or costs.
    Rental prices in this area are high.
    Los precios de los alquileres en esta zona son altos.

    Etymology

    Comes from the Latin 'altus', which means 'high' or 'elevated'.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    high seas
    The deep sea far from the shore.
    alta mar
    high fidelity
    Sound or image quality that is faithful to the original.
    alta fidelidad
    high risk
    A person or thing that presents a significant risk.
    alta de riesgos

    Related Words

    height
    Distance from the base to the highest point.
    altura
    altitude
    Vertical distance of a point with respect to sea level.
    altitud
    haughtiness
    Attitude of superiority or arrogance.
    altanería

    Slang Meanings

    To be in the mud.
    You feel high when you relieve stress.
    Se siente alta cuando se quita el estrés.
    To have good energy.
    Today I'm high, let's have fun!
    Hoy estoy alta, ¡vamos a divertirnos!