implícito
“implícito” means “implicit” in Spanish (not stated directly).
implicit
Also: implied, unspoken
📝 In Action
Había un acuerdo implícito de no hablar de trabajo durante la cena.
B1There was an unspoken agreement not to talk about work during dinner.
El mensaje de la película es implícito; tienes que pensar para entenderlo.
B2The movie's message is implicit; you have to think to understand it.
Aunque no lo dijo, su enfado estaba implícito en su tono de voz.
C1Although he didn't say it, his anger was implied in his tone of voice.
✏️ Quick Practice
Quick Quiz: implícito
Question 1 of 3
If a rule is 'implícita', is it written down clearly in a book?
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📚 Etymology▼
From the Latin 'implicitus', which literally means 'entangled' or 'folded in'. Think of the meaning as being 'folded' inside the words instead of being on the outside.
First recorded: 15th century
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the difference between 'implícito' and 'tácito'?
They are very similar! 'Implícito' is often used for meanings or messages, while 'tácito' is more common for agreements or silence (like a 'tacit agreement').
Does 'implícito' always go after the noun?
In almost all cases, yes. Placing it before the noun (e.g., 'su implícito deseo') sounds very poetic or formal.
Is 'implícito' a formal word?
It is neutral to formal. You won't hear it much in a playground, but you'll hear it constantly in news, books, and business meetings.