implica
/eem-PLEE-kah/
involves
The chest involves or includes the key as part of its contents.
implica(Verb (Conjugated Form))
involves
?requires or includes
,entails
?results in
means
?indicates a necessary consequence
📝 In Action
Ser padre implica mucha responsabilidad.
B1Being a parent involves a lot of responsibility.
El aumento de precio implica que no podemos comprarlo.
B2The price increase entails that we cannot buy it.
Este trabajo siempre implica viajar al extranjero.
B1This job always includes traveling abroad.
💡 Grammar Points
The 'CAR' Spelling Change
The verb 'implicar' ends in -CAR. To keep the hard 'K' sound when followed by 'E' (like in the subjunctive), the 'C' must change to 'QU' (e.g., 'implique').
Using 'Implica' with Actions
When 'implica' is followed by an action, that action is usually in the infinitive form (the base form ending in -ar, -er, or -ir). Example: 'implica estudiar' (it involves studying).
❌ Common Pitfalls
Using 'Involve' Too Literally
Mistake: "La reunión implica a todos los empleados. (Incorrect when meaning participation)"
Correction: La reunión incluye a todos los empleados or La reunión requiere la participación de todos. ('Implica' is better for consequences, not participation.)
⭐ Usage Tips
Formal Tone
While common, 'implica' is slightly more formal than simple alternatives like 'necesita' (needs) or 'tiene' (has). Use it when discussing serious topics like laws, finance, or large projects.
The smoke implies that there is a fire, even though the fire itself is not visible.
implica(Verb (Conjugated Form))
implies
?suggests without stating
hints at
?subtly suggests
📝 In Action
El informe no lo dice, pero implica una gran pérdida de dinero.
C1The report doesn't say it, but it implies a great loss of money.
La manera en que te mira implica que no confía en ti.
C1The way he looks at you implies that he doesn't trust you.
💡 Grammar Points
Implica vs. Significa
'Implica' is used when the consequence or meaning is hidden or deduced. 'Significa' (means) is used for direct definitions or stated facts. Example: 'Implica que hay un problema' (suggests a problem); 'Significa 'hello'' (defines 'hello').
⭐ Usage Tips
Context is Key
This meaning is often used when analyzing text, speech, or behavior where you are drawing a conclusion that wasn't explicitly stated by the speaker/writer.
✏️ Quick Practice
💡 Quick Quiz: implica
Question 1 of 2
Which sentence correctly uses 'implica' in the sense of 'entailing a consequence'?
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is 'implica' the same as 'significa' (it means)?
Not exactly. 'Significa' is used for direct definitions (e.g., a word means something). 'Implica' is used when something leads to or involves a necessary consequence, or when it suggests a conclusion indirectly. Think of 'implica' as 'it brings with it' or 'it suggests'.
Since 'implica' is a verb form, what is the base verb?
The base form is 'implicar'. 'Implica' is the present tense form used with 'él,' 'ella,' or 'usted' (he, she, or you formal).