Compuestas (en. Composed)
/kom.pwe.stas/
Meaning & Definition
EnglishSpanish
noun
A set of elements that form a whole.
Compound words are those formed by the union of others.
Las palabras compuestas son aquellas que se forman por la unión de otras.
A structure that results from the combination of several parts.
Furniture is composed of various pieces.
Los muebles son compuestos por diversas piezas.
adjective
That is formed by multiple components.
Chemical substances can be complex and composed.
Las sustancias químicas pueden ser complejas y compuestas.
Of a combined or mixed nature.
This fabric is composed of different types of fibers.
Este tejido es compuesto por diferentes tipos de fibras.
Etymology
The term 'composed' comes from the Latin verb 'componere', which means to unite or gather.
Common Phrases and Expressions
composed things
Elements that are combined to form a whole.
cosas compuestas
composed chains
Structures that consist of several interconnected links.
cadenas compuestas
composed ideas
Concepts that arise from the fusion of different thoughts.
ideas compuestas
Related Words
compose
To unite parts to form a whole.
componer
composition
The action of composing or the resulting structure.
composición
combination
The action of combining elements.
combinación
Slang Meanings
Formed by several parts in a creative way.
That mural is truly composed; it has so many layers and ideas!
Ese mural es verdaderamente compuesto, ¡tiene tantas capas e ideas!
Something that mixes different styles.
His music is composed; it mixes jazz, rock, and folk.
Su música es compuesta, mezcla jazz, rock y folclore.