gota
drop
The Spanish word for 'drop' is 'gota'. It is mainly used to denote a small amount of liquid, which can be suspended in air or falls by its own weight. Just like in English, it can also be used metaphorically to imply a small quantity of something.
Example sentences using: gota
Una gota de agua.
A drop of water.
This phrase uses the word 'gota' which directly translated to English is 'drop'. In this context, the phrase indicates a singular drop of water.
Tengo una gota de sudor en mi frente.
I have a drop of sweat on my forehead.
In the example, 'gota' is used to refer to a drop of sweat. It refers to the droplets of sweat that can form when someone is overheating or exercising.
Gota a gota se llena el vaso.
Drop by drop the glass fills up.
This is an idiom that translates to 'drop by drop the glass fills up.' It implies patience and persistence, suggesting that even small efforts, over time, can make a big difference.
La lluvia cae gota a gota.
The rain falls drop by drop.
Here, 'gota' describes the manner in which the rain is falling – one drop at a time. This phrase can be used to describe a light or gentle rain.
Esta gota de café es muy fuerte.
This drop of coffee is very strong.
In this context, 'gota' refers to a small quantity. So 'esta gota de café' is translated as 'this drop of coffee', indicating the coffee is so strong that a small amount is enough.
El grifo está goteando.
The faucet is dripping.
In this phrase, 'gota' is used in its verb form, 'goteando', meaning 'dripping'. This sentence describes a leaking or dripping faucet.
Cada gota cuenta.
Every drop counts.
This is a direct phrase translation, used typically in the context of conserving resources, suggesting that every little bit (or drop) matters.
No quiero ni una gota de leche.
I don't want a drop of milk.
In this phrase, 'gota' is used to strongly express that the speaker doesn't want any milk at all.
El vaso está lleno hasta la última gota.
The glass is full to the last drop.
In this sentence, 'gota' is used to express that the glass is completely filled with liquid up to the brim.
La gota cayó en el río.
The drop fell into the river.
In this context, 'gota' is used to depict the scenario of a drop falling into a river. It demonstrates the basic use of 'gota' as 'drop'.