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    Granito (en. Granite)

    /ɡraˈnito/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishSpanish
    noun
    Hard and granular rock formed by crystallization.
    Granite is widely used in the construction of monuments.
    El granito es muy utilizado en la construcción de monumentos.
    Material used as a base for countertops and floors.
    The kitchen countertop is made of polished black granite.
    La encimera de la cocina está hecha de granito negro pulido.
    A type of granite used in outdoor decoration.
    We use granite in the patio design for its durability.
    Utilizamos granito en el diseño del patio por su resistencia.

    Etymology

    From Latin 'granitus', meaning 'grain'.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    grain of sand
    A small part of a whole, which alone has little weight.
    granito de arena
    to live in a sea of granite
    Refers to living in a very solid and secure environment.
    vivir en un mar de granito

    Related Words

    stone
    Natural solid substance, formed by minerals.
    piedra
    rock
    Set of minerals that make up a part of the earth's crust.
    roca

    Slang Meanings

    To be strong as a granite.
    That guy is strong, he looks like a granite.
    Ese tipo está fuerte, parece un granito.
    Granite in cold.
    When he's angry, he's like a granite in cold.
    Cuando está enojado, es como un granito en frío.