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    Cortes (en. Courteous)

    /ˈkoɾ.tes/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishSpanish
    noun
    Refers to acts of cutting or interruptions in a process.
    Power outages are common in this area.
    Los cortes de luz son habituales en esta zona.
    Also used to describe the shapes or models of clothing.
    The designer presented a collection with innovative cuts.
    El diseñador presentó una colección con cortes innovadores.
    Body or portion of something that has been cut.
    The cut of meat we bought is very tender.
    El corte de carne que compramos es muy tierno.
    verb
    Action of separating something into parts using a sharp instrument.
    I am going to cut the paper with some scissors.
    Voy a cortar el papel con unas tijeras.
    To interrupt the flow of something.
    We should cut the call, it is failing.
    Debemos cortar la llamada, está fallando.

    Etymology

    From the Latin 'cortex', which means husk or bark.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    haircut
    Action of trimming or fixing hair.
    corte de pelo
    to make a cut
    To define or outline a limit or separation.
    marcar un corte
    security cuts
    Scheduled interruptions in the supply of something to maintain security.
    cortes de seguridad

    Related Words

    cutter
    Tool or person that cuts.
    cortador
    to cut
    Action of separating with a sharp object.
    cortar
    entourage
    Set of people accompanying a dignitary or important figure.
    cortejo

    Slang Meanings

    In urban slang, can refer to breaking up with someone.
    I decided to make a 'cut' with my old friendships.
    Decidí hacer un 'corte' con mis antiguas amistades.
    In the context of fashion, refers to specific styles or designs.
    That dress has cuts that make it unique.
    Ese vestido tiene unos cortes que lo hacen único.