constitución
“constitución” means “constitution” in Spanish. It has 3 different meanings depending on context:
constitution
Also: charter
📝 In Action
La Constitución garantiza la libertad de expresión.
B1The Constitution guarantees freedom of speech.
Debemos respetar lo que dice la constitución del país.
B1We must respect what the country's constitution says.
physical build
Also: makeup
📝 In Action
Tiene una constitución física muy fuerte.
C1He has a very strong physical build.
formation
Also: establishment
📝 In Action
La constitución de la empresa tomó tres meses.
C1The formation of the company took three months.
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Quick Quiz: constitución
Question 1 of 2
Which of these is the most likely translation for 'La Constitución' in a political news story?
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📚 Etymology▼
From Latin 'constitutio', which means 'to set up' or 'to arrange'. It combines 'con-' (together) and 'statuere' (to set/place).
First recorded: 13th century
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is 'constitución' masculine or feminine?
It is always feminine (la constitución). A great rule of thumb is that almost all Spanish words ending in -ción are feminine.
Can I use this word to describe my health?
Yes! In a formal context, you can say you have a 'constitución fuerte' to mean you have a strong physical build or a hardy natural health.