detección
“detección” means “detection” in Spanish (the act of finding or noticing something hidden).
detection
Also: discovery, spotting
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La detección temprana de enfermedades salva vidas.
B1Early detection of diseases saves lives.
El sistema de detección de humo funciona bien.
B1The smoke detection system is working well.
Hubo un error en la detección de la señal de radio.
B2There was an error in the detection of the radio signal.
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Quick Quiz: detección
Question 1 of 3
Which of these is the correct plural form of 'detección'?
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Comes from the Latin word 'detectio', which means 'to uncover' or 'to expose'. It's like taking a lid off something that was hidden.
First recorded: 17th century
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is 'detección' the same as 'descubrimiento'?
They are very similar, but 'detección' usually implies using a tool, a sensor, or a specific method to find something hidden, while 'descubrimiento' is more general for finding something new.
Does this word always have an accent?
Only in the singular form (detección). In the plural (detecciones), the accent is removed.
Can I use 'detección' for finding my lost keys?
It sounds a bit too formal for keys! You would usually use 'hallazgo' or just the verb 'encontrar'. Use 'detección' for more technical or serious discovery.