ideas
“ideas” means “ideas” in Spanish (general concepts or thoughts).
ideas, thoughts
Also: suggestions, plans
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Necesitamos nuevas ideas para el proyecto.
A1We need new ideas for the project.
¿Tienes ideas sobre dónde comer?
A2Do you have any ideas about where to eat?
Sus ideas políticas son muy conservadoras.
B1His political ideas (beliefs) are very conservative.
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Quick Quiz: ideas
Question 1 of 2
Which sentence correctly uses the adjective agreement with 'ideas'?
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The Spanish word 'idea' comes directly from the Latin word *idea*, which itself originated in ancient Greek (*idéa*), meaning 'form,' 'pattern,' or 'appearance.' It has always been connected to mental concepts.
First recorded: Medieval Spanish period (around the 13th century)
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Frequently Asked Questions
Why is 'ideas' feminine when some Spanish nouns ending in '-a' (like 'mapa') are masculine?
Most Spanish nouns ending in '-a' are feminine, and 'idea' follows this general rule. The few exceptions, like 'mapa' or 'tema', are usually words that came directly from Greek nouns ending in '-ma' or '-pa'.
Can 'ideas' mean 'opinions' or 'beliefs'?
Yes, absolutely! When talking about political, social, or personal views, 'ideas' is a very common way to express 'opinions' or 'beliefs,' as in: 'Sus ideas son progresistas' (His opinions are progressive).