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    Ciclo (en. Cycle)

    /ˈsi.klɔ/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishSpanish
    noun
    A series of phases or stages that follow each other continuously.
    The water cycle is fundamental to the environment.
    El ciclo del agua es fundamental para el medio ambiente.
    A period of time during which a set of activities is carried out.
    The school cycle begins in September.
    El ciclo escolar comienza en septiembre.
    A sequence of operations in a technical or scientific process.
    The engine operates thanks to the combustion cycle.
    El motor funciona gracias al ciclo de combustión.

    Etymology

    From the Greek 'kyklios', meaning 'circular'.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    life cycle
    A period that encompasses all stages of development of a living being.
    ciclo de vida
    break the cycle
    Interrupting a repetitive behavior pattern.
    romper el ciclo
    economic cycle
    Alternation between periods of expansion and recession in the economy.
    ciclo económico

    Related Words

    cyclone
    Very intense wind that spins in a spiral shape.
    ciclón
    cyclist
    A person who rides a bicycle.
    ciclista
    bicycle
    A two-wheeled vehicle powered by pedals.
    bicicleta

    Slang Meanings

    Life cycle of emotions.
    I'm in a cycle where things repeat constantly.
    Estoy en un ciclo, donde las cosas se repiten constantemente.
    Being stuck in a routine.
    I feel like I'm in a cycle and not making progress in my life.
    Siento que estoy en un ciclo y no avanzo en mi vida.