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

Part of Speech

The word trece is a numeral in Spanish.

Phonetic Transcription

The phonetic transcription of trece is /ˈtɾe.se/.

Translation Options into English

Trece translates to thirteen in English.

Meaning and Usage

Trece refers to the number 13. It is used to indicate quantity, specifically counting, and is commonly used in both oral and written contexts. The frequency of use is quite high, especially when discussing dates (13th of a month), age, time, and in various cultural references surrounding the number thirteen.

Example Sentences

1. Hoy es trece de marzo.

2. Today is the thirteenth of March.

3. Tengo trece manzanas en la cesta.

4. I have thirteen apples in the basket.

5. El libro tiene trece capítulos.

6. The book has thirteen chapters.

Idiomatic Expressions

The number trece is often featured in idiomatic expressions. It is culturally significant in various aspects due to its representation of superstition and folklore in Spanish-speaking cultures.

1. Estar en el trece
2. To be in luck (this expression suggests being in a fortunate position).

3. Example: "Cuando gané el concurso, supe que estaba en el trece."

   • "When I won the contest, I knew I was in luck."

4. Trece a la primera

5. Thirteen is the charm (indicating that an act will be successful after several attempts).

6. Example: "No lo logré la primera vez, pero trece a la primera es mi lema."

   • "I didn't succeed the first time, but thirteen is the charm is my motto."

7. No hay trece sin catorce

8. There is no thirteen without fourteen (everything has a consequence).
9. Example: "Debes prepararte, porque no hay trece sin catorce."
   • "You must prepare yourself because there is no thirteen without fourteen."

Etymology

The word trece comes from the Latin term "tredecim," which is a combination of "tres" (three) and "decem" (ten), literally translating to "three and ten."

Synonyms and Antonyms

• Synonyms: Décimo tercero (thirteenth).
• Antonyms: Doce (twelve), catorce (fourteen).