Noun
/ˈblok.e/
The word "bloque" refers to a solid piece of material with flat surfaces or a term used in various contexts to indicate a group or section of something, such as a block of text or a block in a city. In political and military contexts, it may refer to a coalition or a type of blockade.
In Spanish, "bloque" is commonly used in both oral and written contexts. It is frequently utilized in discussions related to construction, urban planning, and in technical or educational materials.
The architect designed a new block of apartments in the city.
Necesitamos analizar el bloque de texto antes de redactar el informe.
We need to analyze the block of text before drafting the report.
Durante la reunión, se formó un bloque de países que apoyaba la resolución.
The word "bloque" appears in several idiomatic expressions, reflecting its various uses in conversational Spanish.
Mental block: It is a term used to describe the temporary inability to think clearly.
Bloquear el paso: El manifestante decidió bloquear el paso a la carretera principal.
To block the way: The protester decided to block the way to the main road.
En un bloque: Los estudiantes entregaron sus tareas en un bloque al final de la clase.
In a block: The students submitted their homework in a block at the end of the class.
Hacer un bloque: A veces, es conveniente hacer un bloque de ideas antes de escribir un artículo.
The word "bloque" comes from the French "bloc," which traces back to the Old French term of the same spelling. The Old French itself is derived from the Middle Dutch "bloc," which means a thick piece of wood or a log. This term has extended meanings over time to encompass various forms of 'blocks' in modern languages, including Spanish.