corte
court
In Spanish, the term 'corte' is often used in legal contexts similar to English. It could refer to a place where legal cases are heard and decisions made ('en el corte'), but it also has other meanings including a cut or incision, or a group of people attending a high-ranking person such as a monarch ('la corte real'). Like many words, its particular meaning can depend on context.
Example sentences using: corte
El juez se retiró para hacer el corte final.
The judge withdrew to make the final cut.
In this context, 'corte' is used to mean 'decision' or 'verdict' by a judge. The phrase is metaphorical as 'cut' is often associated with a decisive action.
Hágale un corte a la carne antes de ponerla en la parrilla.
Make a cut in the meat before putting it on the grill.
In this scenario, 'corte' refers to a physical cut or incision, commonly done in cooking to help flavors penetrate meat.
El corte de luz duró todo el día.
The power cut lasted all day.
Here, 'corte' is used to refer to an interruption of service, in this case, electricity.
El corte en su brazo fue muy profundo.
The cut on his arm was very deep.
In this context, 'corte' refers to a wound inflicted typically by a sharp object.
Prefiero el corte clásico de traje.
I prefer the classic suit cut.
Here, 'corte' refers to a style or pattern in garment making, indicating personal preference for aesthetics.
Hubo un corte abrupto en la música.
There was an abrupt cut in the music.
In this phrase, 'corte' denotes a sudden stop or interruption, especially in audio or music.
El director pidió un corte durante la filmación.
The director called for a cut during the filming.
In the film industry, 'corte' refers to a command to stop filming or acting.
Me gusta el corte de tu pelo.
I like the cut of your hair.
Here, 'corte' refers to the style or shape given to hair after being cut.
El corte de agua afectó a todos los residentes.
The water cut affected all the residents.
In this case, 'corte' refers to an interruption or halting of water supply, affecting a community.
El corte de la tela debe ser preciso.
The fabric cut needs to be precise.
In the context of fabric creation, 'corte' refers to the action of cutting the material to ensure proper creation of garments.