English–Spanish

“core” in Spanish

Spanish

Pronunciation

IPA/ˈnukleo/

Example

El núcleo del problema es la falta de comunicación.

The center of the problem is the lack of communication.

Illustration for núcleo (core)

How to say “core” in Spanish

“Core” in Spanish is núcleo. núcleo can also mean “center”.

Kernel that organizes essential parts.

Full entry for núcleo: usage tips, similar words and word origin

Example sentences with núcleo

El núcleo familiar suele ser el apoyo principal en tiempos difíciles.

The family core is usually the main support in difficult times.

Tips for using núcleo

  • Núcleo denotes an abstract or functional core (ideas, organizations); centro usually names a physical place and corazón an emotional center.

Related English words

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