Rectas (en. Straight lines)

/rek.tas/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishSpanish
noun
Line that is the shortest path between two points.
Straight lines are basic elements in geometry.
Las rectas son elementos básicos en geometría.
In mathematics, it refers to a linear function in a plane.
The graph of a linear function represents straight lines in a plane.
La gráfica de una función lineal representa rectas en un plano.

Etymology

From Latin 'rectus', which means 'straight' or 'upright'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

to be in straight
To be in a clear or defined situation.
estar en rectas
to make straight
To act in a direct or clear manner.
hacer rectas

Related Words

straight
That is straight or has no curves.
recto
linear
That follows a straight line or relates to it.
lineal

Slang Meanings

Clear situation without complications.
Right now everything is straight between us.
En este momento todo está rectas entre nosotros.
A simple and direct explanation.
Give me the straight of what happened, no beating around the bush.
Dame la rectas de lo que pasó, sin rodeos.