Vértice (en. Vertex)

/ˈbeɾ.ti.θe/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishSpanish
noun
The vertex of a triangle is the point where two sides meet.
Each triangle has three vertices.
Cada triángulo tiene tres vértices.
In geometry, it refers to the point of intersection of several lines or edges.
The vertices of a cube are eight.
Los vértices de un cubo son ocho.

Etymology

From the Latin 'vertex', which means 'summit' or 'highest point'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

Vertex of a triangle
The point where the sides of a triangle meet.
vértice de un triángulo
Vertex point
Reference to a crucial or critical point in a discussion or development.
punto de vértice
Upper vertex
Refers to the highest or most prominent point in a given context.
vértice superior

Related Words

Angle
The figure formed by two lines that meet at a point.
ángulo
Polyhedron
Solid whose boundaries are polygons.
poliedro
Geometry
Branch of mathematics that studies the properties and relationships of figures.
geometría

Slang Meanings

In academic discussions, it refers to the most important point of the argument.
The vertex of the debate focused on the ethics of the experiment.
El vértice del debate se centró en la ética del experimento.