Spanish Conversation · Level 88
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Spanish word
curvatura
Pronunciation
IPA/kuɾβaˈtuɾa/
Meaning
- feminine nouncurvature
Example
Mira la curvatura de esa rama.
Look at the curvature in that branch.
More examples
Conduce despacio por la curvatura de la carretera.
Drive slowly around the curve in the road.
Core concept
Degree of bend in a line or surface.
Common phrases
curvatura de la carretera
curve in the road
curvatura natural
natural curvature
Similar words
curva: Forms a distinct curved section or turn on a line, road, or surface, common in everyday speech.
Definition in Spanish
Característica que expresa cuánto se dobla o gira una línea, plano o superficie, es decir la forma y el grado de la curva.
Word origin
From Latin curvatura, from the verb curvare 'to bend' with root curv- meaning 'bend', forming a noun for the state or degree of bending.
Usage tips
- In everyday speech Spanish speakers often use 'curva' or say 'está curvado' for a specific bend, while curvatura is more common in technical or descriptive contexts.