Spanish Conversation · Level 7
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Spanish word
horizontal
Pronunciation
IPA/oɾiθonˈtal/
Meaning
- adjectivehorizontal
Example
El tablero está horizontal.
The board is horizontal.
More examples
La foto se ve mejor en modo horizontal.
The photo looks better in horizontal mode.
Core concept
Surface or line parallel to the ground.
Common phrases
modo horizontal
horizontal mode
pantalla horizontal
horizontal screen
formato horizontal
horizontal format
Similar words
tumbado: Resting flat on the ground or floor in a lying posture.
tendido: Extended and spread flat over a surface, often with limbs outstretched.
plano: Even, level surface that lacks dents, bumps, or texture.
Definition in Spanish
Que forma una superficie o línea paralela al suelo o al horizonte, sin inclinación.
Word origin
From Greek ὁρίζων 'horizon' via medieval Latin horizontalis into Spanish as an adjective meaning relating to the horizon.
Usage tips
- Used for the tilt of objects and surfaces; to describe a person lying down Spanish prefers acostado or tumbado.
Opposites
- verticalverticaladjective
Related words
- horizontalmentehorizontallyadverb