Concreto (en. Concrete)

/konˈkɾeto/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishSpanish

noun

A substance made from a mixture of cement, water, sand, and gravel.

Concrete is used to build buildings.

El concreto se utiliza para construir edificios.

A specific example or case in contrast to the abstract.

We need concrete examples to understand the concept.

Necesitamos ejemplos concretos para entender el concepto.

From Latin 'concretus', meaning 'together' or 'compact'.

reinforced concrete

Reinforced concrete structure with steel rods.

concreto armado

ready-mix concrete

Concrete prepared at a plant and transported to the construction site.

concreto premezclado

to think concretely

To have specific and clear ideas or concepts.

pensar en concreto

concrete (hormigón)

Building material similar to concrete, used in structures.

hormigón

cement

Mineral powder mixed with water to form mortar or concrete.

cemento

aggregate

Material mixed with cement and water to make concrete.

agregado

Something difficult to understand.

That topic is too concrete for me.

Ese tema es demasiado concreto para mí.

Referring to someone who is firm in their decisions.

He is a very concrete person in his work.

Es una persona muy concreta en su trabajo.