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    Aproximada (en. Approximate)

    /a.pɾo.ksiˈma.ða/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishSpanish
    adjective
    That comes close to a value or quantity but does not reach it.
    The measurement we took is approximate.
    La medida que tomamos es aproximada.
    That refers to an approximate calculation.
    The results are approximate and may vary.
    Los resultados son aproximados y pueden variar.
    That is considered close in time or space.
    The arrival will be in an approximate hour.
    La llegada será en una hora aproximada.

    Etymology

    From the Latin 'approximatus', participle of 'approximare', which means 'to approach'.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    approximately
    Indicates a value that is near another.
    aproximadamente
    close to
    Expresses that something is close in space or time.
    cerca de

    Related Words

    to approximate
    Bringing something closer to a value or situation.
    aproximar
    approximation
    The act of approaching a result or estimate.
    aproximación

    Slang Meanings

    Close to something, used in informal conversations.
    The party starts at around 8, more or less approximate.
    La fiesta empieza a eso de las 8, más o menos aproximada.
    When there is uncertainty about a piece of information.
    The distance is approximate; it is not exact.
    La distancia es aproximada, no es exacta.