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longitud means longitude — a common term in Travel Spanish. Learn how it's used in a real-world example.

📅 Published: April 6, 2026

✈️ Travel Spanish

longitud

noun • /[lon-hee-TOOD]/

longitude

Example:

La longitud exacta aparece en el GPS.

The exact longitude appears on the GPS.

🧠 What does longitud mean?

Longitud refers to the distance measured east or west from the Prime Meridian, used in geography and navigation to define a location on Earth's surface. It is a concept crucial for understanding maps and global positioning.

📚 Extra examples

  • La longitud de la ruta es de aproximadamente 500 kilómetros.
    The length of the route is approximately 500 kilometers.
  • Los barcos usan la latitud y la longitud para determinar su posición.
    Ships use latitude and longitude to determine their position.
  • La longitud de esta cordillera es impresionante.
    The length of this mountain range is impressive.
  • Se necesitan coordenadas de latitud y longitud para encontrar el tesoro.
    Latitude and longitude coordinates are needed to find the treasure.
  • La diferencia de longitud entre las dos ciudades es notable.
    The difference in longitude between the two cities is notable.

💡 Did You Know?

The Prime Meridian, which is the reference point for longitude (0°), passes through Greenwich, London, England. Its choice was historically based on navigational needs and international agreement.

🔁 Synonyms & opposites of "longitud"

Synonyms: largo, extensión, alcance
Opposites: latitud

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❓ FAQ

How do you say 'longitude' in Spanish?
The Spanish word for 'longitude' is 'longitud'.
How do you pronounce 'longitud' in Spanish?
The pronunciation of 'longitud' is lohn-hee-TOOD. The 'g' is a soft sound similar to the 'h' in 'hue', and the 'd' at the end is typically not strongly aspirated.
How do you use 'longitud' in a sentence?
'Longitud' is used in sentences to refer to the measure of distance east or west of the Prime Meridian, or generally to describe the extent of something in a horizontal direction.
What is the English translation of 'longitud'?
The English translation of 'longitud' is 'longitude'.
Does 'longitud' change for gender or number?
As a noun, 'longitud' is feminine. It is singular by default. To indicate a plural quantity, one might say 'varias longitudes', although this is less common in the geographical context than referring to a singular measurement.
Is 'longitud' common in everyday Spanish?
While the geographical concept of 'longitud' is known, it is more commonly encountered in academic, travel, or scientific contexts than in casual, everyday conversation. However, it is also used to describe the length or extent of objects.
Does 'longitud' have slang or double meanings?
'Longitud' primarily refers to its literal meaning of length or geographical longitude. It does not commonly have slang or widely recognized double meanings.
Is 'longitud' used differently in Spain vs Latin America?
The meaning and usage of 'longitud' are consistent across Spain and Latin America, particularly concerning its geographical definition. Regional variations in pronunciation may exist, but the word's core meaning remains the same.

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