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absoluta

/ab-so-LOO-tah/

absolute

A perfectly clear drinking glass filled completely to the brim with clear water, showing no space remaining.

Showing something that is complete and total, like a glass filled absolutely to the brim.

absoluta(adjective)

fB1

absolute

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complete, total

,

utter

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used for emphasis

Also:

sheer

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used for qualities like joy or panic

📝 In Action

Ella tiene una fe absoluta en sus habilidades.

B1

She has absolute faith in her abilities.

Necesitamos una confianza absoluta para lograrlo.

A2

We need complete confidence to achieve it.

La mayoría absoluta en el parlamento garantiza la aprobación.

B2

The absolute majority in parliament guarantees approval.

Word Connections

Synonyms

Antonyms

  • parcial (partial)
  • relativa (relative)

Common Collocations

  • mayoría absoluta – absolute majority
  • confianza absoluta – absolute confidence

💡 Grammar Points

Matching the Noun

Since 'absoluta' ends in '-a', you must use it to describe feminine things (like 'la verdad' or 'la calma'). If the thing you are describing is masculine (like 'el poder'), you must use 'absoluto'.

❌ Common Pitfalls

Mixing Genders

Mistake: "La poder absoluta."

Correction: El poder absoluto. Remember that adjectives must match the gender of the noun they describe. 'Poder' is masculine.

⭐ Usage Tips

Use for Emphasis

Think of 'absoluta' as a way to say '100%' or 'totally.' It is often used to intensify feelings or concepts like silence, faith, or truth.

A perfectly smooth, glowing golden sphere suspended in a deep, dark, featureless void, radiating pure light.

The absolute truth or ultimate reality, often depicted as a perfect, pure, singular form.

absoluta(noun)

fC1

the absolute

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ultimate reality/truth

📝 In Action

La búsqueda de la absoluta es un tema central en su obra filosófica.

C1

The search for the absolute is a central theme in his philosophical work.

Word Connections

Synonyms

  • la verdad (the truth)
  • la esencia (the essence)

💡 Grammar Points

Used with 'La'

When used as a noun, 'absoluta' always needs the article 'la' in front of it. This turns the adjective into a high-level concept or idea, like saying 'the ultimate reality'.

⭐ Usage Tips

High-Level Concept

You will generally only encounter this meaning when reading academic texts, philosophy, or high-level literature. Stick to the adjective meaning for everyday conversation.

✏️ Quick Practice

💡 Quick Quiz: absoluta

Question 1 of 2

Which sentence correctly uses 'absoluta' to describe a feminine thing?

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the difference between 'absoluta' and 'absoluto'?

'Absoluta' is used to describe feminine nouns (like 'paz' or 'verdad'), while 'absoluto' is used for masculine nouns (like 'poder' or 'control'). They both mean 'absolute' or 'complete.' This is called gender agreement.

Can I use 'absoluta' to talk about a whole group of people?

If the whole group is feminine (all women or all female nouns), you would use the plural 'absolutas'. If the group includes both males and females, Spanish uses the masculine plural form, 'absolutos.'