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    Hilos (en. Threads)

    /ˈilos/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishSpanish
    noun
    Strings or filaments that are thin and flexible.
    I need a couple of threads to finish my sewing project.
    Necesito un par de hilos para terminar mi proyecto de costura.
    Concepts or topics that are interconnected in a conversation or text.
    The author intertwines several narrative threads in his novel.
    El autor entrelaza varios hilos narrativos en su novela.
    In technology, it can refer to 'threads' of execution in programming.
    The program uses multiple threads to improve performance.
    El programa utiliza múltiples hilos para mejorar el rendimiento.

    Etymology

    From Latin 'filum', which means 'thread', 'cord'.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    guiding thread
    The central theme that unites a discourse or presentation.
    hilo conductor
    to be in a tangled situation
    To be in a complicated or delicate situation.
    estar entre hilos
    thread of conversation
    The main theme or line of a talk.
    hilo de conversación

    Related Words

    fiber
    Thin material that can be spun.
    fibra
    needle
    Sewing instrument used with threads.
    aguja
    fabric
    Material made of intertwined threads.
    tejido

    Slang Meanings

    Discussion thread on the internet.
    Follow the thread in the forum for more information.
    Sigue el hilo en el foro para más información.
    Conversation thread that turns out to be interesting.
    That thread is very active, you should read it!
    Ese hilo está muy activo, ¡deberías leerlo!