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    Pirámides (en. Pyramids)

    /piˈɾamides/

    Meaning & Definition

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    noun
    Structures with a polygonal base and triangular faces converging at a vertex.
    The pyramids of Egypt are one of the wonders of the ancient world.
    Las pirámides de Egipto son una de las maravillas del mundo antiguo.
    Structures used for royal tombs in ancient Egypt.
    Pharaohs were buried in pyramids such as the one at Giza.
    Los faraones eran enterrados en pirámides como la de Keops.
    Three-dimensional geometric figures.
    In geometry, we study the characteristics of pyramids.
    En geometría, estudiamos las características de las pirámides.

    Etymology

    From the Latin 'pyramidis', and this from the Greek 'πυραμίς' (pyramís), meaning 'pyramid'.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    Pyramids of Egypt
    Reference to the famous architectural structures of Egypt.
    pirámides de Egipto
    Food pyramids
    Diagram representing the amount of food that should be consumed in a balanced diet.
    pirámides alimenticias
    Theory of pyramids
    Concept related to the organization or classification of information.
    teoría de las pirámides

    Related Words

    Pyramid
    Structure with a polygonal base and triangular faces.
    pirámide
    Pharaoh
    Mono speaker of Egypt, often buried in pyramids.
    faraón
    Archaeology
    Science that studies past cultures through their material remains, such as pyramids.
    arqueología

    Slang Meanings

    To refer to something that is enormous or impressive.
    That building is a true pyramid in the center of the city.
    Ese edificio es una verdadera pirámide en el centro de la ciudad.
    To use the pyramid structure to describe hierarchies in a group.
    In this company, management has a clear command pyramid.
    En esta empresa, la gestión tiene una pirámide de mando clara.