Spanish Conversation · Level 146
30 words
Spanish word
asterisco
Pronunciation
IPA/asteˈɾisko/
Meaning
- masculine nounasterisk
Example
Pon un asterisco junto a la palabra importante.
Put an asterisk beside the important word.
More examples
El asterisco indica una nota al pie.
The asterisk indicates a footnote.
Core concept
Small star-shaped mark placed next to a word or number to link it to a note.
Common phrases
poner un asterisco
put an asterisk
marcar con un asterisco
mark with an asterisk
Similar words
símbolo: Graphic or written sign that represents an idea, concept, or category.
signo: Concise mark that indicates a specific meaning, function, or instruction.
nota: Brief written comment that gives an explanation or extra information about the main text.
marca: Sign that identifies or distinguishes an object, place, or location.
Definition in Spanish
Signo tipográfico en forma de estrella usado junto a un término, número o frase para indicar la existencia de una nota o aclaración relacionada.
Word origin
From Greek asteriskos 'little star' via Latin asteriscus into Spanish asterisco.
Usage tips
- In speech, native speakers commonly refer to the footnote (for example 'mira la nota al pie') rather than naming the asterisk itself, since the mark is visual.