Inklingo

claridad

klah-ree-DAHDkla.riˈðað

claridad means clarity in Spanish. It has 2 different meanings depending on context:

clarity, clearness

Also: lucidity
NounfB1
A simple, stylized illustration of a human head profile. Inside the head, a chaotic tangle of gray lines resolves into a single, straight, bright white path, symbolizing understanding.

📝 In Action

Necesito más claridad en tus instrucciones para poder terminar el proyecto.

B1

I need more clarity in your instructions in order to finish the project.

Habló con tanta claridad que nadie tuvo preguntas.

B2

She spoke with such clearness that no one had questions.

El informe carece de claridad; es muy confuso.

C1

The report lacks clarity; it is very confusing.

Word Connections

Synonyms

  • nitidez (sharpness, clearness)
  • precisión (precision)

Antonyms

Common Collocations

  • dar claridadto provide clarity
  • falta de claridadlack of clarity

brightness, light

Also: transparency
NounfA2
A high-quality illustration of a single, massive, brilliant white light source radiating intense golden rays outward, set against a deep, dark background.

📝 In Action

La claridad de la luna iluminaba el camino.

A2

The brightness of the moon illuminated the path.

Asegúrate de que la ventana tenga claridad total.

B1

Make sure the window has total transparency (is completely clear).

Word Connections

Synonyms

Antonyms

Common Collocations

  • mucha claridada lot of light/brightness
  • la primera claridadthe first light (of dawn)

Translate to Spanish

Words that translate to "claridad" in Spanish:

brightnessclarityclearnesslightluciditytransparency

✏️ Quick Practice

Quick Quiz: claridad

Question 1 of 1

Which sentence uses 'claridad' in its abstract meaning (clearness of understanding)?

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👥 Word Family
🎵 Rhymes
📚 Etymology

The word comes from the Latin term 'clāritātem', which meant 'brightness' or 'fame.' This connection shows why 'claridad' is used for both physical light and mental understanding.

First recorded: 13th century

Cognates (Related words)

Italian: chiarezzaPortuguese: claridade

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is 'claridad' always feminine?

Yes, 'claridad' is a feminine noun. It follows a common pattern in Spanish where nouns ending in '-dad' (like 'ciudad' or 'amistad') are feminine, so you must use 'la claridad'.

What is the difference between 'claridad' and 'claro'?

'Claridad' is the noun, meaning 'clarity' or 'brightness' (a thing or quality). 'Claro' is the adjective, meaning 'clear' or 'bright' (a description). For example: 'Necesito claridad' (I need clarity) vs. 'El concepto es claro' (The concept is clear).