Spanish word

rectangular

Pronunciation

IPA/rektaŋguˈlaɾ/

Meaning

  • adjectiverectangular

Example

La alfombra es rectangular.

The carpet is rectangular.

Illustration for rectangular (rectangular)

More examples

¿La tarjeta es rectangular o tiene otro formato?

Is the card rectangular or does it have another format?

Core concept

Four-sided shape with opposite sides parallel and all corners at right angles.

Common phrases

  • tarjeta rectangular

    rectangular card

  • etiqueta rectangular

    rectangular label

  • habitación rectangular

    rectangular room

Similar words

cuadrado: Four-sided shape with all sides equal and all corners at right angles.
redondo: Round shape with no corners and a continuous curved edge.
ovalado: Egg-shaped form, longer in one direction with smoothly rounded ends.
alargado: Shape noticeably longer than wide, appearing stretched or elongated.

Definition in Spanish

Indica que algo tiene la forma de un rectángulo, con lados opuestos paralelos y ángulos rectos.

Word origin

The adjective derives from the noun rectángulo, which comes from Latin rectus 'straight' and angulus 'angle', with the suffix -ar forming the adjective.

Usage tips

  • The adjective is invariant for gender and forms the plural rectangulares, and it commonly follows the noun rather than preceding it.

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