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    Altas (en. High)

    /ˈaltas/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishSpanish
    adjective
    That has great height or is in an elevated position.
    The mountains are high and majestic.
    Las montañas son altas y majestuosas.
    That is elevated in rank or level.
    He has high expectations for success in his career.
    Tiene altas expectativas de éxito en su carrera.
    That is strong or intense.
    The high temperatures of summer are unbearable.
    Las altas temperaturas del verano son insoportables.

    Etymology

    From the Latin 'altus', meaning elevated.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    late hours
    It refers to a late moment of the day or night.
    altas horas
    high money
    It means having a large amount of money.
    dinero alto
    high factors
    Elements or conditions that are considered at a high level.
    factores altos

    Related Words

    height
    Measure of how tall an object is.
    altura
    to elevate
    To rise to a greater height or level.
    elevar
    to climb
    To ascend something high.
    escalar

    Slang Meanings

    Term used to refer to someone with a good social or economic position.
    He comes from a high family, always attending the best parties.
    Él es de familia alta, siempre está en las mejores fiestas.
    It is used in some contexts to describe someone under the influence of substances.
    She was so high that she couldn't even walk.
    Estaba tan alta que no podía ni caminar.