reference point

ˈrɛfərəns pɔɪnt
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Translation of reference point from English into Spanish

Noun

1.

comparison understanding

fixed thing used to compare or understand something else
  • This chart is a useful reference point for our discussion.Este gráfico es un punto de referencia útil para nuestra discusión.
2.

navigation

TECH.
specific location used to determine other locations
TECH.
  • The lighthouse served as a reference point for sailors.El faro sirvió como punto de referencia para los marineros.
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  • reference point: specific location used to determine other locations
    (navigation) referente

Synonyms and analogies of reference point in English

Examples of reference point in a sentence

  • The ancient tree served as a reference point when mapping the field.
  • The mountain peak was used as a reference point during the hike.
  • In the desert, the oasis became a reference point for travelers.

Translations of "reference point" in Context ordered by category and frequency

Noun
punto de referencianm.

If disputes arise, the written agreement will serve as the reference point.

Si surgen disputas, el acuerdo escrito servirá como punto de referencia.

Each meridian is a crucial reference point for geographic coordinates.

Cada meridiano es un punto de referencia crucial para las coordenadas geográficas.

referentenm.

The show's catchphrase became a cultural reference point for many.

La frase de la serie se convirtió en un referente cultural para muchos.

Religion is a reference point to explain life and the world.

La religión es un referente para explicar la vida y el mundo.

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Other translations for reference point:

  • punto referencialnm.

reference point: Examples and translations in context

The casting process can be started from a preadjusted reference point.

El proceso de fundición puede comenzar desde un punto de referencia preajustado.

He used the meridian as a reference point for his journey home.

Utilizó el meridiano como punto de referencia para su viaje de regreso a casa.

In classical music, the keynote serves as a reference point for improvisation.

En la música clásica, la tónica sirve como punto de referencia para la improvisación.

Its light has always been the reference point for sailors.

Su luz ha sido siempre el punto de referencia para los navegantes.

This reference point is very important to the child's life.

Y este referente tiene una gran importancia en la vida del niño .

The community has being my reference point where I always rely on.

La comunidad ha sido mi referente y punto donde siempre me apoyo.

We are the reference point for quality, guarantee and food safety.

Somos un referente de calidad, garantía y seguridad alimentaria.

The study has turned into a reference point in the field.

El estudio está consolidado ya como un referente dentro de su campo.

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point of reference
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