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"Term" is a noun which is often translated as "el término", and "attempt" is a transitive verb which is often translated as "intentar". Learn more about the difference between "term" and "attempt" below.
term(
tuhrm
)A noun is a word referring to a person, animal, place, thing, feeling, or idea (e.g., man, dog, house).
a. el término (M)
(m) means that a noun is masculine. Spanish nouns have a gender, which is either feminine (like la mujer or la luna) or masculine (like el hombre or el sol).
The origin of the term "rule of thumb" is controversial.El origin del término "regla del pulgar" es controvertido.
b. el periodo (M)
(m) means that a noun is masculine. Spanish nouns have a gender, which is either feminine (like la mujer or la luna) or masculine (like el hombre or el sol).
Replacement or repair of a part does not extend the warranty term.El reemplazo o la reparación de una pieza no extiende el periodo de la garantía.
c. el período (M)
(m) means that a noun is masculine. Spanish nouns have a gender, which is either feminine (like la mujer or la luna) or masculine (like el hombre or el sol).
The term of this agreement is six months beginning on the date of the first payment.El período de este acuerdo es de seis meses a partir de la fecha del primer pago.
d. el mandato (M) (official or political)
(m) means that a noun is masculine. Spanish nouns have a gender, which is either feminine (like la mujer or la luna) or masculine (like el hombre or el sol).
The president's term lasts six years.El mandato del presidente es de seis años.
a. el trimestre (M) (three months)
(m) means that a noun is masculine. Spanish nouns have a gender, which is either feminine (like la mujer or la luna) or masculine (like el hombre or el sol).
After term ends, we're all going to the beach.Después de que se acabe el trimestre, nos vamos todos a la playa.
b. el cuatrimestre (M) (four months)
(m) means that a noun is masculine. Spanish nouns have a gender, which is either feminine (like la mujer or la luna) or masculine (like el hombre or el sol).
When does the new term begin?¿Cuándo empieza el nuevo cuatrimestre?
c. el semestre (M) (six months)
(m) means that a noun is masculine. Spanish nouns have a gender, which is either feminine (like la mujer or la luna) or masculine (like el hombre or el sol).
He's studying calculus and physics this term.Está estudiando cálculo y física este semestre.
4. (pregnancy)
a. el término (M)
(m) means that a noun is masculine. Spanish nouns have a gender, which is either feminine (like la mujer or la luna) or masculine (like el hombre or el sol).
I recommend that you rest until the pregnancy is brought to term.Recomiendo que descanses hasta llevar el embarazo a término.
a. el término (M)
(m) means that a noun is masculine. Spanish nouns have a gender, which is either feminine (like la mujer or la luna) or masculine (like el hombre or el sol).
I don't know which term in the equation you are referring to.No sé a cuál término de la ecuación te refieres.
a. la condena (F)
(f) means that a noun is feminine. Spanish nouns have a gender, which is either feminine (like la mujer or la luna) or masculine (like el hombre or el sol).
The prisoner will serve his term in New York.El prisionera cumplirá su condena en Nueva York.
A transitive verb is a verb that requires a direct object (e.g., I bought a book.).
a. calificar de
They termed the president a hero for his decision.Calificaron de héroe al presidente por su decisión.
b. llamar
I think the director has incorrectly been termed a genius.Creo que el director ha sido llamado un genio erróneamente .
terms
A plural noun indicates that there is more than one person, place, thing, or idea.
a. las condiciones (F)
(f) means that a noun is feminine. Spanish nouns have a gender, which is either feminine (like la mujer or la luna) or masculine (like el hombre or el sol).
Per the terms of this agreement, you will pay a monthly maintenance fee.Según las condiciones de este acuerdo, pagarás una cuota de mantenimiento mensual.
b. los términos (M)
(m) means that a noun is masculine. Spanish nouns have a gender, which is either feminine (like la mujer or la luna) or masculine (like el hombre or el sol).
What are the terms of this contract?¿Cuáles son los términos de este contrato?
a. no direct translation
This refers to an idiomatic word or phrase for which there is no word-for-word translation.
Alejandra and Marisol are on good terms right now, but I don't think it will last long.Alejandra y Marisol se llevan bien actualmente, pero dudo que dure mucho.
I'm on friendly terms with most of my neighbors.Tengo una buena relación con la mayoría de mis vecinos.
attempt(
uh
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tehmpt
)A transitive verb is a verb that requires a direct object (e.g., I bought a book.).
1. (to try)
b. tratar de
I attempted to convince my mother but failed.Traté de convencer a mi madre pero no lo conseguí.
c. no direct translation
This refers to an idiomatic word or phrase for which there is no word-for-word translation.
Nobody had ever attempted the journey before.Nadie había intentado hacer el viaje antes.
You should attempt two questions in Part 3.Deberían intentar contestar dos preguntas de la tercera parte.
A noun is a word referring to a person, animal, place, thing, feeling, or idea (e.g., man, dog, house).
2. (effort)
a. el intento (M)
(m) means that a noun is masculine. Spanish nouns have a gender, which is either feminine (like la mujer or la luna) or masculine (like el hombre or el sol).
Ben proposed to Carla in an attempt to make her stay.Ben le pidió matrimonio a Carla en un intento de que se quedara.
b. la tentativa (F)
(f) means that a noun is feminine. Spanish nouns have a gender, which is either feminine (like la mujer or la luna) or masculine (like el hombre or el sol).
Christina made an attempt to arrive on time.Christina hizo una tentativa de llegar puntual.
3. (attack)
a. el atentado (M)
(m) means that a noun is masculine. Spanish nouns have a gender, which is either feminine (like la mujer or la luna) or masculine (like el hombre or el sol).
The president suffered an attempt on his life.El presidente sufrió un atentado contra su vida.
