Trayectoria (en. Trajectory)
/tra.ʝekˈto.ɾja/
Meaning & Definition
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noun
Course of life or development of a person in their activities.
The trajectory of his career has been impressive.
La trayectoria de su carrera ha sido impresionante.
Path taken by a moving object.
The trajectory of the projectile was predictable.
La trayectoria del proyectil era predecible.
Path followed by a body in space.
They studied the trajectory of the satellites.
Estudiaron la trayectoria de los satélites.
Etymology
From the Latin 'trajectoria', which means 'action of crossing'.
Common Phrases and Expressions
to follow a trajectory
To continue on a path or in a career.
seguir una trayectoria
to change trajectory
To modify the course or direction of something.
cambiar de trayectoria
to have a successful trajectory
To have positive development in life or in a specific area.
tener una trayectoria exitosa
Related Words
route
Part of the path that is traveled.
trayecto
trace
Mark or trace left behind when passing.
rastro
course
Direction or trend of a process.
curso
Slang Meanings
Professional or personal life of someone.
That band has had a very crazy trajectory in music.
Esa banda ha tenido una trayectoria muy loca en la música.
Path taken by a person in difficult situations.
His trajectory has been quite a journey of ups and downs.
Su trayectoria ha sido todo un viaje de altibajos.