Múltiple (en. Multiple)

/ˈmultiple/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishSpanish
adjective
That has or involves several elements or parts.
The problem has multiple solutions.
El problema tiene múltiples soluciones.
That is repeated or occurs in several cases.
The multiple facets of reality are fascinating.
Las múltiples facetas de la realidad son fascinantes.
That can be divided into parts or elements.
The system has multiple levels of security.
El sistema tiene múltiples niveles de seguridad.

Etymology

From Latin 'multiplis', which means 'to multiply, reproduce'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

multiple occasions
In several circumstances or moments.
múltiples ocasiones
multiple choice
A situation where there are several options available.
múltiple elección
multiple times
Repeatedly.
múltiples veces

Related Words

multiplication
The process of increasing or enlarging in number or quantity.
multiplicación
multiple
A number that is the result of multiplying another number by a positive integer.
múltiplo
multitude
A large number of people or things.
multitud

Slang Meanings

Variety of options.
At this party, there are multiple options to choose from: food, drinks, and games.
En esta fiesta hay múltiples para elegir: comida, bebida y juegos.
Diversity in social life.
With his friends, he has a multiple social life.
Con sus amigos tiene una vida social múltiple.