noun

el reparto

cast · distribution · delivery

Es la acción de dividir algo en partes y darlo a varias personas. También puede referirse al grupo de actores que participan en una obra, serie o película.

Definition & meaning

The word reparto has two primary meanings depending on the context:

  1. Distribution or apportionment: It refers to the act of dividing something among several people or groups. This can apply to physical objects, tasks, responsibilities, or abstract concepts like wealth or profits.
  2. Cast (theatrical or cinematic): It refers to the set of actors who participate in a play, movie, television show, or other performance.

Grammar & Word origin

  • Grammar: It is a masculine noun. It is derived from the verb repartir .
  • Word origin: The word comes from the prefix re- (again or intensity) and the verb partir , which originates from the Latin partire (to share or divide). Therefore, reparto literally implies the act of distributing parts or portions.

Synonyms & antonyms

Synonyms (for distribution):

  • Distribución
  • Repartición
  • Asignación

Synonyms (for cast):

  • Elenco
  • Reparto de actores

Antonyms:

  • Acumulación (accumulation)
  • Concentración (concentration)
  • Retención (retention)

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Examples

El reparto de la película fue excelente.noun

The cast of the movie was excellent.

El reparto de alimentos empezó temprano hoy.noun

The distribution of food started early today.

El reparto de juguetes alegró a todos los niños del barrio.noun

The distribution of toys made all the children in the neighborhood happy.

¿Crees que el reparto llegará antes del mediodía?noun

Do you think the delivery will arrive before noon?

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