Part of speech

Noun phrase

Phonetic transcription

/ˈoβɾas inisjaðas/

Translation options into English

Started works

Meaning

"Obras iniciadas" refers to construction projects or works that have begun or started. This term is commonly used in the field of economics and infrastructure to indicate that a project is in progress.

Usage and Frequency

"Obras iniciadas" is mainly used in written contexts, such as reports, articles, and official documents related to infrastructure development and economics. It is a term commonly used in Spain and Latin American countries.

Example sentences

1. Las obras iniciadas el mes pasado han avanzado considerablemente. Translation: The works started last month have progressed significantly.

2. El gobierno destinó fondos para impulsar las obras iniciadas en el sector de la construcción. Translation: The government allocated funds to boost the works started in the construction sector.

Idiomatic Expressions

In Spanish, the phrase "obras iniciadas" is not part of any specific idiomatic expressions.

Etymology

• "Obras" comes from the Latin word "opera," which means "work" or "construction."
• "Iniciadas" comes from the verb "iniciar," which means "to start" or "to initiate."

Synonyms and Antonyms

• Synonyms: trabajos empezados, proyectos en curso
• Antonyms: obras paralizadas, obras detenidas