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    X (en. X)

    /eɪks/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishSpanish
    noun
    A letter that represents the sound /ks/ in Spanish, and in certain contexts can be used to mark unknowns or variables.
    In mathematics, the unknown variable is often denoted as x.
    En matemáticas, la variable desconocida a menudo se denota como x.
    In the Cartesian coordinate system, it refers to the horizontal coordinate.
    To find the point on the plane, you need the coordinates (x, y).
    Para encontrar el punto en el plano, necesitas las coordenadas (x, y).
    It can symbolize an option or alternative in a list.
    If you choose x, then you will have to assume option y.
    Si eliges x, entonces tendrás que asumir la opción y.

    Etymology

    The origin of the letter 'x' dates back to ancient Greek, where the letter 'χ' (chi) was used to represent similar sounds.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    cross your fingers
    To hope for something positive to happen.
    cruzar los dedos
    give it an X
    To reject an offer or situation.
    darle la X
    mark with an X
    To identify something specific.
    marcar con X

    Related Words

    exam
    Assessment of knowledge in a particular subject.
    examen
    axis
    Line about which an object rotates.
    eje

    Slang Meanings

    A person who enjoys science fiction series or stories.
    That guy is a real x, he always talks about his favorite series.
    Ese tipo es un verdadero x, siempre habla de sus series favoritas.
    Term used to refer to something that is mysterious or enigmatic.
    That situation was very x, no one really knew what was going on.
    Esa situación fue muy x, nadie sabía qué pasaba realmente.