Partes (en. Parts)

/ˈpaɾtes/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishSpanish
noun
Divisions or elements of an object, situation, or topic.
The book is composed of several parts that address different topics.
El libro se compone de varias partes que abordan distintos temas.
Sections of a document or text.
The report mentions the most relevant parts of the project.
En el informe se mencionan las partes más relevantes del proyecto.
Portions of something that can be separated.
Distribute the pieces of the cake among the guests.
Reparte las partes de la torta entre los invitados.

Etymology

From Latin 'partes', plural of 'pars', which means 'part' or 'portion'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

by parts
Describe something by dividing it into sections or moments.
por partes
all the parts
It refers to including all elements or aspects in a discussion.
todas las partes
part of
Indicates that something is a portion of a whole.
parte de

Related Words

to split
Dividing something into parts.
partir
watershed
A significant turning point in a process.
parteaguas
partition
Division of a whole into parts.
partición

Slang Meanings

In some contexts, it refers to knocking down or drastically dividing something.
The party caused divisions in the group, splitting its members.
El partido causó partes en el grupo, dividiendo a sus miembros.
Talking about the parts of something may refer to the superficial or trivial.
Don't just focus on the parts, delve deeper into the topic.
No te quedes en las partes, profundiza más en el tema.