cristal
Del latín 'crystallus', que a su vez proviene del griego 'κρύσταλλος' (krystallos) que significa 'hielo' o 'piedra de hielo'.
NOUN
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[/kɾisˈtal/es-ES]
crystal
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glass
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gem
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clear
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prism
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(Refers to a specific optical structure that can represent the concept but isn't a direct translation.)
A transparent, hard, and often clear solid substance, either a natural mineral (like quartz) or a manufactured material, especially a high-quality form of glass used for drinking vessels, windows, or decorative items. It can also refer to a piece of such material.
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- Este vaso de cristal es muy delicado. — This crystal glass is very delicate.
- El cristal de la ventana estaba roto. — The window pane was broken.
- Encontraron un hermoso cristal de cuarzo en la cueva. — They found a beautiful quartz crystal in the cave.