This is the 14131st most frequent Spanish word.
tiras
"Strips" or "comic strips," depending on context.
Here, 'tiras' refers to 'strips,' emphasizing its usage as a plural noun to describe thin, elongated pieces.
Las tiras de papel caían al suelo.
The strips of paper were falling to the floor.
In this example, 'tiras' is a conjugated verb form from 'tirar,' meaning 'to pull,' here used in the second-person singular indicative.
Si tiras de esta cuerda, la campana sonará.
If you pull this rope, the bell will ring.
Again, 'tiras' represents 'strips,' illustrating its application as a plural noun to describe long, narrow pieces of material.