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    J (en. J)

    /xe/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishSpanish
    noun
    The letter that occupies the tenth position in the Spanish alphabet.
    The word 'giraffe' begins with the letter j.
    La palabra 'jirafa' comienza con la letra j.
    Chemical symbol of the element iodine, used in chemistry.
    In the chemical formula, j represents iodine.
    En la fórmula química, la j representa al yodo.

    Etymology

    Derived from the Latin 'i', which evolved in Italian to 'j' and was consolidated in other languages like Spanish.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    to screw
    To annoy or cause harm.
    joder
    to be screwed
    To suffer some kind of setback or misfortune.
    joderse
    to mess the pig
    To interrupt or bother someone in an untimely manner.
    joder la marrana

    Related Words

    jota
    Dance and song of Spanish folklore that begins with the letter j.
    jota
    to play
    To engage in a playful activity.
    jugar

    Slang Meanings

    Expression of surprise or disbelief.
    J, I can't believe that happened!
    ¡J, no puedo creer que sucedió eso!
    Used in text messages as an abbreviation for 'this is a joke'.
    When he said he won the lottery, I replied 'j'.
    Cuando dijo que ganó la lotería, respondí 'j'.