circular
/θiɾˈkulaɾ/adjective★Intermediate
general
Having the shape of a circle; round.
La plaza es circular.
The square is circular.
general
Moving in a circular path or direction.
El planeta gira en una órbita circular.
The planet orbits in a circular path.
general
Returning to the starting point; cyclical.
El debate se volvió circular.
The debate became circular.
Collocations
movimiento circularcircular motionrazonamiento circularcircular reasoningcarta circularcircular letter
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Related Phrases
razonamiento circularphrase
circular reasoning
💡Pro Tip
Common Usage
'Circular' is often used to describe shapes, movements, and cyclical processes.
⚡Gold Rule
Avoid Confusion
Do not confuse 'circular' with 'circumferential' (pertaining to the circumference).
📖Word Origin
From Latin 'circularis', from 'circulus' (circle).
📝Usage Notes
In formal contexts, 'circular' can refer to official documents sent to multiple recipients.
Word Breakdown
circul-
circle
root-ar
pertaining to
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