líquido
/ˈli.ki.ðo/noun★Beginner
general
A substance that flows freely and takes the shape of its container, having a definite volume but no fixed shape.
El aceite es un líquido viscoso.
Oil is a viscous liquid.
Los líquidos pueden ser transparentes o turbios.
Liquids can be transparent or turbid.
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In everyday contexts, 'líquido' refers to any non-gaseous, non-solid substance that flows.
Collocations
líquido amnióticoamniotic fluidlíquido corporalbody fluidlíquido inflamableflammable liquid
Synonyms
Antonyms
Related Phrases
en estado líquidophrase
in liquid state
pasar de líquido a sólidophrase
to change from liquid to solid
💡Pro Tip
Common Uses
'Líquido' is commonly used to describe beverages, fuels, and other flowable substances in everyday language.
⚡Gold Rule
Scientific Context
In scientific contexts, 'líquido' refers to a state of matter with specific physical properties.
📖Word Origin
From Latin 'liquidus', meaning 'fluid' or 'flowing'.
📝Usage Notes
In scientific contexts, 'líquido' is often used to describe substances with specific physical properties, such as viscosity and surface tension.
Word Breakdown
liqu-
flowing
root-ido
past participle suffix
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