compass in Spanish
compass in Spanish is brújula, aguja de bitácora, aguja de marear — compass means a device with a magnetic needle (or an electronic equivalent) that points to show direction, especially north.
compass in Spanish
brújula
A magnetic or electronic device used to determine the cardinal directions (usually magnetic or true north).
aguja de bitácora
A magnetic or electronic device used to determine the cardinal directions (usually magnetic or true north).
aguja de marear
A magnetic or electronic device used to determine the cardinal directions (usually magnetic or true north).
alcance
(obsolete) A space within limits; an area.
ámbito
(obsolete) A space within limits; an area.
área
(obsolete) A space within limits; an area.
What does "compass" mean?
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noun A device with a magnetic needle (or an electronic equivalent) that points to show direction, especially north.
"She checked her compass to make sure the trail was heading north."
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noun A hinged drawing tool with two arms, used to draw circles or measure distances on a map or diagram.
"He used a compass to draw a perfect circle for the diagram."
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noun The overall range or scope of something, such as a voice or a set of abilities.
"The topic was beyond the compass of a single lecture."
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verb To surround or encircle something completely.
"Thick forest compassed the old cabin on every side."
compass in a sentence
- She checked her compass to make sure the trail was heading north.
- Old sailing ships relied on a compass to navigate open water.
- He used a compass to draw a perfect circle for the diagram.
- The topic was beyond the compass of a single lecture.
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Frequently asked questions
What is "compass" in Spanish?
"compass" in Spanish is brújula, aguja de bitácora, aguja de marear. compass means: A device with a magnetic needle (or an electronic equivalent) that points to show direction, especially north.
How do you use "compass" in a sentence?
Example: "She checked her compass to make sure the trail was heading north." In Spanish, "compass" is brújula, aguja de bitácora, aguja de marear.
Are there other ways to say "compass" in Spanish?
Yes — Spanish has 6 translations listed for "compass": brújula, aguja de bitácora, aguja de marear, alcance, ámbito, área.
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