curva - meaning, definition, translation, pronunciation
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curva (spanish) - meaning, definition, translation, pronunciation


Part of Speech

"Curva" is a feminine noun in Spanish.

Phonetic Transcription

/kúr.βa/

Translation Options into English

Meaning and Usage

The word "curva" refers to a line or surface that smoothly deviates from being straight. In general use, it can describe anything from a graphical representation in mathematics to the shape of a road.

In economics, "curva" is often used in the context of graphs, such as demand curves or supply curves, illustrating changes in relationships between variables. In medicine, it can refer to curves in graphs representing data like growth rates or health trends.

"Curva" is commonly used in both oral and written contexts, especially in academic or technical settings. Its frequency is moderate to high, particularly in fields that require graphical analysis.

Example Sentences

  1. La curva de la demanda muestra cómo cambia la cantidad demandada al variar el precio.
    The demand curve shows how the quantity demanded changes as the price varies.

  2. Esta curva en el gráfico indica un aumento significativo en la producción.
    This curve on the graph indicates a significant increase in production.

  3. Durante la conferencia, se analizó la curva epidemiológica del virus.
    During the conference, the epidemiological curve of the virus was analyzed.

Idiomatic Expressions

The word "curva" appears in various idiomatic expressions in Spanish, often relating to situations that involve change, deviation from the norm, or unexpected turns in life or plans.

Example Sentences with Idiomatic Expressions

  1. Tomar la curva más cerrada puede ser arriesgado.
    Taking the sharper curve can be risky.

  2. La vida te da curvas que nunca esperas.
    Life gives you curves that you never expect.

  3. A veces hay que aprender a tomar las curvas con calma.
    Sometimes you have to learn to take the curves slowly.

  4. En el camino hay muchas curvas, pero eso hace el viaje más interesante.
    There are many curves on the road, but that makes the journey more interesting.

  5. Siempre hay que estar listo para enfrentar las curvas que la vida presenta.
    You always have to be ready to face the curves that life presents.

Etymology

The term "curva" originates from the Latin word "curva," which is the feminine form of "curvus," meaning "bent, curved, or crooked." This Latin root signifies a deviation from a straight line.

Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms: - Giro (turn) - Torcido (twisted) - Arco (arc)

Antonyms: - Recta (straight line) - Derecho (straight)

This information provides a comprehensive understanding of the word "curva" across different contexts in the Spanish language.



22-07-2024