compound in Spanish
compound in Spanish is compuesto, complejo, calcular — compound means a fenced or walled area containing a group of buildings, often used for security or living quarters.
compound in Spanish
compuesto
Composed of elements; not simple.
compuesto
complejo
A group of buildings situated close together, e.g. for a school or block of offices.
calcular
(intransitive, finance) To increase in value with interest, where the interest is earned on both the principal sum and prior earned interest.
devengar intereses
(intransitive, finance) To increase in value with interest, where the interest is earned on both the principal sum and prior earned interest.
agravar
(horse racing, intransitive) Of a horse: to fail to maintain speed.
What does "compound" mean?
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noun A fenced or walled area containing a group of buildings, often used for security or living quarters.
"The embassy compound was heavily guarded."
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adjective Made up of two or more parts or elements combined.
""Toothbrush" is a compound word."
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verb To combine different elements or ingredients into one substance.
"The pharmacist compounded the medication to the doctor's specifications."
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verb To make a problem worse by adding to it.
"Missing the deadline only compounded her stress."
compound in a sentence
- The embassy compound was heavily guarded.
- "Toothbrush" is a compound word.
- The pharmacist compounded the medication to the doctor's specifications.
- Missing the deadline only compounded her stress.
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Frequently asked questions
What is "compound" in Spanish?
"compound" in Spanish is compuesto, complejo, calcular. compound means: A fenced or walled area containing a group of buildings, often used for security or living quarters.
How do you use "compound" in a sentence?
Example: "The embassy compound was heavily guarded." In Spanish, "compound" is compuesto, complejo, calcular.
Are there other ways to say "compound" in Spanish?
Yes — Spanish has 5 translations listed for "compound": compuesto, complejo, calcular, devengar intereses, agravar.
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