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    Altura (en. Height)

    /alˈtura/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishSpanish
    noun
    Measure of the vertical distance of an object or place with respect to a reference level.
    The height of the mountain is 3000 meters.
    La altura de la montaña es de 3000 metros.
    Height or size of a person or animal from feet to head.
    Its height is impressive, measuring more than two meters.
    Su altura es impresionante, mide más de dos metros.
    High level or grade in a particular context.
    He reached the height of his professional career by receiving the award.
    Alcanzó la altura de su carrera profesional al recibir el premio.

    Etymology

    From Latin 'altūra', which means 'altitude' or 'to elevate.'

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    at a great height
    at a high distance compared to a standard level.
    a gran altura
    of height
    that is significant or important in some context.
    de altura
    to have height
    to be tall or have a large size.
    tener altura

    Related Words

    altitude
    The measure of the vertical space between a point and sea level.
    altitud
    elevation
    The action of raising something to a higher place.
    elevación
    stature
    The measure of a person's height.
    estatura

    Slang Meanings

    To be 'in the height': to brag about something.
    Since he won the tournament, he is always at the height.
    Desde que ganó el torneo, siempre está en la altura.
    To be at the height of the situation: to act responsibly and in the appropriate context.
    Now that he is the boss, he must be at the height of the situation.
    Ahora que es jefe, debe estar en la altura de la situación.