Capitulo (en. Chapter)

/kaˈpitulo/

Meaning & Definition

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noun
A section of a book or document that addresses a specific topic.
Chapter three of the book deals with the history of architecture.
El capítulo tres del libro trata sobre la historia de la arquitectura.
Part of a literary work or document that has an independent structure.
Each chapter of the novel has its own development.
Cada capítulo de la novela tiene su propio desarrollo.
In legal contexts, a part of a code or regulation.
Chapter two of the civil code refers to the rights of citizens.
El capítulo dos del código civil se refiere a los derechos de los ciudadanos.

Etymology

From Latin 'capitulum', meaning 'small head' or 'section'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

closed chapter
Situation that can no longer be changed or that has been concluded.
capítulo cerrado
new chapter
A new stage or situation in someone's life.
capítulo nuevo
opening a new chapter
Starting something new in life.
abrir un nuevo capítulo

Related Words

episode
A part of a set that has continuity in a work.
episodio
text
Set of words organized with purpose and meaning.
texto
book
Set of printed or handwritten sheets that are bound.
libro

Slang Meanings

Unexpected final chapter.
The end of the book was a chapter that no one saw coming.
El final del libro fue un capítulo que nadie vio venir.
Chapter of life.
I'm in a different chapter now that I have a new job.
Estoy en un capítulo diferente ahora que tengo un nuevo trabajo.