contradicción
“contradicción” means “contradiction” in Spanish (a statement or situation where ideas clash).
contradiction
Also: inconsistency, clash
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Hay una contradicción en tu historia; primero dijiste que estabas en casa.
A2There is a contradiction in your story; first you said you were at home.
Parece una contradicción, pero a veces hay que ser cruel para ser amable.
B1It seems like a contradiction, but sometimes you have to be cruel to be kind.
El informe presenta varias contradicciones con los datos oficiales.
B2The report shows several inconsistencies with the official data.
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Words that translate to "contradicción" in Spanish:
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Which of these is the correct plural form?
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From Latin 'contradictio', which combines 'contra' (against) and 'dicere' (to speak). It literally means 'speaking against' something.
First recorded: 13th century
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Frequently Asked Questions
Does it always have two 'c's?
Yes, in Spanish, the 'cc' occurs when the first 'c' ends a syllable and the second 'c' (followed by 'e' or 'i') makes a 's' or 'th' sound. It's a common spelling pattern for words related to 'acción' or 'dicción'.
What is the difference between 'mentira' and 'contradicción'?
A 'mentira' is a deliberate lie. A 'contradicción' is just a lack of logic or a clash between two statements, which might happen by accident or mistake.
How do I say 'contradiction in terms'?
You can say 'contradicción en los términos' or 'contradicción de términos'.