Cruce (en. Crossing)

/ˈkɾuse/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishSpanish
noun
Intersection between two or more roads.
At the crossing, there was a sign indicating the direction.
En el cruce había un señalizador que indicaba la dirección.
Action of crossing or intertwining.
Crossing arms is a common gesture.
El cruce de las manos es un gesto común.
Result of mixing or combining something.
The crossing of two plant species can result in a new variety.
El cruce de dos razas de plantas puede dar lugar a una nueva variedad.

Etymology

From Latin 'crux', which means 'cross'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

crossroads
Place where two or more roads meet.
cruce de caminos
crossing fingers
Act of crossing fingers as a gesture of hope or good luck.
cruce de dedos
crossroads
Decision-making situation where several options must be considered.
encrucijada

Related Words

cross
Symbol that represents the intersection of two lines.
cruz
to cross
Action of moving from one side to another.
cruzar
intersection
Point where two or more paths cross.
intersección

Slang Meanings

Crossing of life paths.
That crossing was decisive for his future.
Ese cruce fue determinante para su futuro.
Unexpected meeting point.
We met at an unexpected crossroads.
Nos vimos en un cruce que no esperábamos.