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    Z (en. Z)

    /θ/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishSpanish
    noun
    A letter that represents a sound in the alphabet.
    The word 'zapato' starts with the letter z.
    La palabra 'zapato' empieza con la letra z.
    A symbol used in mathematics to represent a variable.
    In this equation, z represents the unknown.
    En esta ecuación, z representa la incógnita.
    A classification of character in some popular cultures as a demonym for zombies.
    In the movie, the z's were the protagonists.
    En la película, los z eran protagonistas.

    Etymology

    The origin of the letter z dates back to the Phoenician alphabet, where it was used as a symbol for the sound of /z/.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    from A to Z
    To refer to something in its entirety, from beginning to end.
    de la A a la Z
    to make a z
    To turn around or spin abruptly.
    hacer una z
    Fox
    A simile used to refer to someone clever or deceitful.
    Zorro

    Related Words

    zeta
    Name of the letter z in the alphabet.
    zeta
    zoology
    The discipline that studies animals.
    zoología
    zombies
    Mythical creatures that represent the undead.
    zombis

    Slang Meanings

    To give a gentle touch or tap.
    I gave him a z on the back as a greeting.
    Le di una z en la espalda como saludo.
    Reference to the latest trend or fashion.
    That shirt is the z of this season.
    Esa camiseta es lo más z de esta temporada.