Líquidos (en. Liquids)

ˈlikidos

Meaning & Definition

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noun
Any substance that flows and does not have its own shape.
Water and oil are examples of liquids.
El agua y el aceite son ejemplos de líquidos.
State of matter in which particles are more separated than in a solid but closer together than in a gas.
Liquids occupy an intermediate place between solids and gases.
Los líquidos ocupan un lugar intermedio entre sólidos y gases.
Often refers to consumable beverages.
It is important to stay hydrated by drinking liquids.
Es importante mantenerse hidratado bebiendo líquidos.

Etymology

From Latin 'liquidus', meaning 'flowing' or 'liquid'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

vital liquids
Essential fluids for life, such as blood.
liquidos vitales
lose fluids
Dehydrate, especially from sweating or not drinking enough water.
perder líquidos
stay hydrated
Adequate fluid consumption for well-being.
mantenerse hidratado

Related Words

water
Liquid substance essential for life.
agua
wine
Liquid alcoholic beverage made from fermented grapes.
vino
soup
Liquid preparation that usually contains solid ingredients.
sopa

Slang Meanings

Alcoholic beverage.
Let's buy some liquids for the party.
Vamos a comprar algunos líquidos para la fiesta.
To refer to any drink in general.
Did you bring the liquids for dinner?
¿Trajiste los líquidos para la cena?