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    Plata (en. Silver)

    /ˈplata/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishSpanish
    noun
    A chemical element with the symbol Ag and atomic number 47, known for its high electrical conductivity and its use in jewelry.
    The jewel is made of pure silver.
    La joya está hecha de plata pura.
    Money, especially in a colloquial context.
    I don't have money to buy that car.
    No tengo plata para comprar ese coche.
    Coin or bill in circulation.
    I saved some silver in my wallet.
    Guardé un poco de plata en mi billetera.

    Etymology

    From Latin 'platum', meaning 'flat' or 'silver', referring to the shape and properties of the metal.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    to give silver
    to provide money.
    dar plata
    I don't have any silver
    expression indicating a lack of money.
    no tengo plata
    silver or lead
    expression implying a choice between money or violence.
    plata o plomo

    Related Words

    silversmith
    A person who works with silver, especially in making objects.
    platero
    platform
    Elevated structure that serves as a base, origin of 'silver', due to the similarity in sound and root.
    plataforma

    Slang Meanings

    Money in general.
    Today I found money in the street.
    Hoy encontré plata en la calle.
    That which one wishes to buy or achieve.
    I need more money for that trip.
    Necesito más plata para ese viaje.