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Translate Files Círculo (en. Circle)
/ˈsiɾ.klu/
Meaning & Definition
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noun
A set of points in a plane that are all the same distance from a fixed point called the center.
The circle has a radius of five centimeters.
El círculo tiene un radio de cinco centímetros.
A geometric figure formed by drawing a curved line that returns to the starting point.
We drew a circle on the board.
Dibujamos un círculo en la pizarra.
A group of people who share common interests or activities.
They gathered in a circle of friends.
Se reunieron en un círculo de amigos.
Etymology
From Latin 'circulus', diminutive of 'circus', meaning circle or circus.
Common Phrases and Expressions
to form a circle
To form a grouping or meeting where everyone is in a closed space.
hacer círculo
vicious circle
A situation where one problem causes another problem, which in turn feeds back into the first.
círculo vicioso
circle of trust
A select group of people in whom one can fully trust.
círculo de confianza
Related Words
circumference
Curved line that bounds a circle.
circunferencia
radius
Distance from the center of a circle to any point on its perimeter.
radio
diameter
Line segment that passes through the center of a circle and connects two points on its perimeter.
diámetro
Slang Meanings
A group of very close friends.
I always hang out with my circle; they are my best friends.
Siempre salgo con mi círculo, ellos son mis mejores amigos.