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    Quilates (en. Carats)

    /kiˈlates/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishSpanish
    noun
    A unit of weight equivalent to 200 milligrams, used for precious metals and gems.
    The ring has a two-carat diamond.
    El anillo tiene un diamante de dos quilates.
    Quality of jewelry, especially gold, where the carat indicates the proportion of pure gold in an alloy.
    The bracelet is 18 carats, which means it contains 75% gold.
    La pulsera es de 18 quilates, lo que significa que contiene 75% de oro.

    Etymology

    From the Arabic قيراط (qīrāt), which referred to a weight in ancient times.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    to give a carat
    To indicate the superior value or quality of something.
    dar un quilate
    one carat more
    A way of saying that one is looking for something of better quality or greater value.
    un quilate más

    Related Words

    carat
    Measurement unit for gems, equivalent to 200 mg.
    carat
    gold
    Precious metal used in jewelry.
    oro
    gems
    Precious stones used in jewelry.
    gemas

    Slang Meanings

    To do something of great value.
    That idea is a carat in the business.
    Esa idea es un quilate en el negocio.
    Refers to valuable or high-quality people.
    He is a carat friend, always there when I need him.
    Es un amigo quilate, siempre está ahí cuando lo necesito.