decisión
/deh-see-SYOHN/
decision
This image illustrates decisión (decision), the choice made after considering options.
decisión(Noun)
decision
?a choice made after thinking
choice
?the act of picking between options
,ruling
?a formal judgment, e.g., from a court
📝 In Action
Fue una decisión difícil, pero creo que es la correcta.
A2It was a difficult decision, but I think it's the right one.
Tenemos que tomar una decisión importante sobre nuestro futuro.
B1We have to make an important decision about our future.
La decisión del juez fue final.
B2The judge's decision was final.
💡 Grammar Points
Always Feminine: 'la decisión'
Even though it doesn't end in '-a', 'decisión' is a feminine word. Always say 'la decisión' or 'una decisión'. This is true for most Spanish nouns ending in '-sión', '-ción', or '-tión'.
❌ Common Pitfalls
You 'Take' a Decision, Not 'Make' One
Mistake: "Voy a hacer una decisión."
Correction: Voy a tomar una decisión. This is a classic mix-up for English speakers. In Spanish, the set phrase is 'tomar una decisión'.
⭐ Usage Tips
Sounding More Natural
While 'tomar una decisión' is perfect, you can also use 'decidir algo' (to decide something) for a more direct and common way of speaking. For example, 'Tenemos que decidir qué hacer' (We have to decide what to do).
In this context, decisión means determination or resolve, depicted here by the unwavering focus of the climber.
decisión(Noun)
determination
?firmness of purpose
resolve
?a strong will
,firmness
?the quality of being resolute
📝 In Action
Admiro su decisión para superar los obstáculos.
B2I admire her determination to overcome obstacles.
Habló con la decisión de un líder.
C1He spoke with the resolve of a leader.
⭐ Usage Tips
Context is Key
This meaning is all about context. If someone is talking about a person's character or the way they do something (especially with the word 'con'), 'decisión' often means 'determination' or 'resolve' instead of a simple 'choice'.
✏️ Quick Practice
💡 Quick Quiz: decisión
Question 1 of 1
Which Spanish phrase means 'to make an important decision'?
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Frequently Asked Questions
What's the difference between 'decisión' and 'elección'?
They're very similar! 'Decisión' often implies more thought and consequence, like a big life choice ('la decisión de mudarse a otro país'). 'Elección' is closer to 'choice' or 'pick' from a set of options, like choosing an item from a menu ('la elección del vino'). You can often use them interchangeably, but 'decisión' feels a bit weightier.
How do I say someone is 'decisive'?
You can use the adjective 'decidido' or 'decidida'. For example, 'Ella es una persona muy decidida' means 'She is a very decisive person'. You can also say someone acts 'con decisión' (with determination).