dictamen
“dictamen” means “report” in Spanish (a formal expert assessment).
report, opinion
Also: ruling, judgment
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El comité emitirá su dictamen el próximo lunes.
B1The committee will issue its report next Monday.
Necesitamos un dictamen pericial para el juicio.
B2We need an expert opinion for the trial.
El dictamen médico confirmó que no hay lesiones graves.
C1The medical report confirmed that there are no serious injuries.
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Quick Quiz: dictamen
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Which of these is the most likely source of a 'dictamen'?
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📚 Etymology▼
From the Latin word 'dictamen,' which means 'something dictated.' It shares the same roots as 'dictate' and 'dictionary,' all coming from the idea of 'speaking' or 'telling' what must be.
First recorded: 13th century
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is 'dictamen' the same as a court sentence?
Not exactly. A 'dictamen' is usually an expert's opinion or a recommendation. A 'sentencia' is the final, binding decision a judge makes to end a trial.
Can I use 'dictamen' to mean 'dictation' in class?
No, that's 'dictado.' While they sound similar, 'dictamen' is about a formal judgment, while 'dictado' is when you write down what someone says.
Is it always masculine?
Yes, 'dictamen' is a masculine noun. You should always say 'el dictamen' or 'un dictamen.'