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    Puntas (en. Tips)

    /ˈpuntas/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishSpanish
    noun
    Extreme parts of an object that are sharp or protruding.
    The tips of pencils must be sharp to write well.
    Las puntas de los lápices deben ser afiladas para escribir bien.
    Term used in technical contexts to refer to the final parts of an object.
    The tips of the screws are designed to facilitate their insertion.
    Las puntas de los tornillos están diseñadas para facilitar su inserción.
    Points or extremes in a design or pattern.
    The fabric design has tips that add a special touch.
    El diseño de la tela tiene puntas que añaden un toque especial.

    Etymology

    From the Latin 'puncta', which means 'point' or 'marked'.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    sharp tips
    Tips that can cut or puncture.
    puntas afiladas
    to play with the tips
    To be in a risky situation or on the edge of something.
    jugar a las puntas
    arrow tips
    Sharp ends of a projectile.
    puntas de flecha
    to hit the tips
    To hit with precision on an aspect.
    dar en las puntas

    Related Words

    tip
    Extreme or sharp part of something.
    punta
    sharp
    That has an edge or point that cuts.
    afilado
    extreme
    Farthest part of an object or place.
    extremo
    edges
    Lines that delimit a surface.
    bordes

    Slang Meanings

    Tips of something sharp or extreme.
    Be careful with those tips, they can hurt you!
    ¡Cuidado con esas puntas, pueden lastimarte!
    In the fashion context, it refers to the ends of clothing or accessories.
    That coat has very elegant tips.
    Ese abrigo tiene unas puntas muy elegantes.