información
“información” means “information” in Spanish (general facts, data, or knowledge).
information
Also: news, data
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Necesito más información, por favor.
A1I need more information, please.
La oficina de turismo tiene información sobre la ciudad.
A2The tourist office has information about the city.
Gracias por la información.
A1Thanks for the information.
Buscamos información en internet para el proyecto.
B1We looked for information on the internet for the project.
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Quick Quiz: información
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You're at a train station and need to know about schedules. What's the most natural way to ask?
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This word comes directly from the Latin 'informatio', which meant 'a concept, an idea, or an outline'. It's related to the Latin word 'forma' (form, shape), so the original idea was about giving shape or form to thoughts.
First recorded: 13th century
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Frequently Asked Questions
Why is 'información' feminine if it doesn't end in '-a'?
That's a great question! While many feminine words end in '-a', there are other common patterns. Almost all Spanish nouns that end in '-ción' (like información, canción, estación) are feminine. It's a very reliable rule to remember!
Can I ever use the plural 'informaciones'?
Yes, but it's much less common and has a specific meaning. You use 'informaciones' when you are talking about separate, distinct pieces of information or reports, almost like 'news bulletins'. For example, 'El espía vendió tres informaciones clave' (The spy sold three key pieces of information). For everyday, general use, you should always stick with the singular 'información'.