R (en. R)

erre

Meaning & Definition

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noun
Letter that represents a sound in the Spanish alphabet.
The letter 'r' is pronounced vibrantly.
La letra 'r' se pronuncia de manera vibrante.
Symbol that represents the unit of electrical resistance.
The component of the circuit has an 'r' that indicates its resistance.
El componente del circuito tiene una 'r' que indica su resistencia.
Used as an abbreviation for words that start with that letter, like 'representative'.
The document was signed by the 'R.' of the department.
El documento fue firmado por el 'R.' del departamento.

Etymology

The letter 'r' comes from the Latin alphabet.

Common Phrases and Expressions

To pass on 'r'
To not give importance to something.
Pasar de 'r'
Fast as an 'r'
Extremely fast.
Rápido como una 'r'
Take the 'r'
To understand something quickly.
Coger la 'r'

Related Words

resistance
The ability of a body to oppose the flow of electrical current.
resistencia
revolution
A drastic and fundamental change in political or social structure.
revolución

Slang Meanings

Referring to someone who is very direct or sincere.
That guy always speaks with 'r', he doesn't hold back anything.
Ese tipo siempre habla con 'r', no se guarda nada.
In youth slang, it is sometimes used to refer to romantic relationships.
They've been in the 'r' for months.
Están en la 'r' desde hace meses.