Spanish Phrase
Las velocidades pueden llegar a gigabits.
Meaning
The sentence states that speeds—typically referring to internet or data‑transfer rates—are capable of reaching gigabit levels. It is a concise way to highlight high‑performance connectivity.
When to use
Use this phrase when talking about broadband, fiber‑optic connections, mobile 5G networks, or any technology where data‑transfer speed is a selling point.
✦Grammar Breakdown
Lasvelocidadespuedenllegaragigabits
Definite article agreement
The article 'Las' must match the gender (feminine) and number (plural) of the noun 'velocidades'.
Poder + infinitive
'Pueden' is the 3rd person plural present of 'poder' and is followed by the infinitive 'llegar' to express ability.
Preposition 'a' with 'llegar'
When 'llegar' means 'to reach', it is followed by the preposition 'a' plus the target value.
Borrowed tech terms
'Gigabits' is an English loanword used in Spanish tech jargon; it behaves like a masculine plural noun.
🗨In Conversation
¿Sabes cuán rápidas son las nuevas conexiones?
Do you know how fast the new connections are?
Sí, las velocidades pueden llegar a gigabits.
Yes, the speeds can reach gigabits.
✕Common Mistakes
Las velocidades pueden llegar a gigabit.
The noun should be plural ('gigabits') to agree with the plural idea of multiple possible speeds.
Los velocidades pueden llegar a gigabits.
The article must match gender; 'velocidades' is feminine, so use 'Las'.
Las velocidades pueden llegar a gigabits.
While correct, many learners prefer 'pueden alcanzar' for a more natural phrasing.
↔Alternatives
Las velocidades pueden alcanzar los gigabits.
The speeds can reach gigabits.
Se pueden alcanzar velocidades de gigabits.
Gigabit speeds can be reached.
Los datos pueden transmitirse a gigabits.
Data can be transmitted at gigabits.
Cultural Tip
In Spanish tech conversations, English units like 'gigabits' (often shortened to 'Gb') are widely accepted, but you’ll also hear the full expression 'gigabits por segundo' (Gbps). Keep the noun in plural when you refer to multiple possible values, and avoid mixing singular and plural forms.