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“rope” in Spanish

Spanish

Pronunciation

IPA/ˈkweɾða/

Example

Ella tiró de la cuerda.

She pulled the rope.

Illustration for cuerda (rope)

How to say “rope” in Spanish

“Rope” in Spanish is cuerda.

Long flexible cord used to tie, pull, or secure objects.

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

Example sentences with cuerda

Antes de izar la vela, asegúrate de que la cuerda esté firme.

Before hoisting the sail, make sure the rope is taut.

Tips for using cuerda

  • In technical contexts, cable denotes metal or electrical lines and soga indicates very thick rope, so cuerda is safest for everyday ropes.

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