Vocablo (en. Word)

/boˈka.βlo/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishSpanish
noun
Lexical unit that has meaning in a language.
Each word in the Spanish language has its own etymology.
Cada vocablo en la lengua española tiene su propia etimología.
Word used for oral or written expression.
The word 'love' evokes deep feelings.
El vocablo 'amor' evoca sentimientos profundos.
Term used in a specific context.
In biology, 'cell' is a fundamental word.
En la biología, 'célula' es un vocablo fundamental.

Etymology

From Latin 'vocabulum', which means 'name' or 'word'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

under a term
under a name or term
bajo un vocablo
to give a word
to offer a word or promise
dar un vocablo
not to say a word
to not speak or express anything
no decir un vocablo

Related Words

lexicon
related to the vocabulary of a language.
léxico
glossary
list of words and terms with their meaning.
glosario
denomination
action of naming or giving a name.
denominación

Slang Meanings

Colloquial term for referring to a common word.
That word is used by young people on the street.
Ese vocablo es usado por los jóvenes en la calle.
To use a word that is not easily understood.
Please don't talk to me with complicated words.
No me hables con vocabs complicados, por favor.