Extensión (en. Extension)

/eks.ten'sjon/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishSpanish
noun
Action of extending or expanding.
The extension of the material is greater than expected.
La extensión del material es mayor a la prevista.
Area or surface occupied by an object.
The extension of the land is two hectares.
La extensión del terreno es de dos hectáreas.
Duration or prolongation of a period of time.
The extension of the contract was approved.
La extensión del contrato fue aprobada.

Etymology

From Latin 'extensions', -ionis.

Common Phrases and Expressions

to a large extent
to a great extent or quantity.
a gran extensión
extended hours
increase in the duration of a scheduled activity.
extensión de horario
extension of a network
geographical reach of a network.
extensión de una red

Related Words

extend
To lengthen or enlarge something.
extender
enlarge
To make larger in size or dimension.
ampliar
prolong
To make something last longer.
prolongar

Slang Meanings

Reference to a very large paper napkin.
That store sells an ultra-large extension for picnics.
Esa tienda vende una extensión ultra grande para picnics.
Expansion of a party or event.
The birthday party had an extension with music and dancing until dawn.
El cumpleaños tuvo una extensión con música y baile hasta la madrugada.