Noun
/ˈasi.mut/
"Azimut" refers to the angle of an object measured in a horizontal plane from a reference direction, usually north. This term is commonly used in fields such as navigation, astronomy, and military contexts. It signifies the direction of an object concerning the observer's position and is usually expressed in degrees. In Spanish, "azimut" is used both in scientific contexts and in standard vernacular, but it tends to be more prevalent in written contexts, especially in technical documents and academic writing.
The azimuth of the star is calculated to navigate the ocean.
En artillería, se debe ajustar el azimut antes de realizar un disparo.
In artillery, the azimuth must be adjusted before firing.
Los ingenieros usaron un compás para determinar el azimut del sitio de construcción.
While the word "azimut" does not form many idiomatic expressions, it is often encountered in technical phrasing and discussions related to navigation and orientation. Below are some examples that illustrate its use in different contexts.
"To have a clear azimuth" means to have a defined direction in life.
"Ajuste el azimut en su GPS para una mejor precisión."
"Adjust the azimuth on your GPS for better accuracy."
"El azimut de tu enfoque debe ser hacia la meta deseada."
"The azimuth of your approach should be towards the desired goal."
"Es crucial conocer el azimut de cada objeto astronómico para la observación."
The word "azimut" comes from the Arabic "السماط" (as-sumāt), which refers to the path or direction across the sky. It was later adopted into Spanish through Latin and has since become a standard term in various scientific disciplines, especially those related to navigation and astronomy.
Synonyms: - Direccion (direction) - Orientación (orientation)
Antonyms: - Desviación (deviation) - Confusión (confusion)