máxima
/MÁK-see-mah/
maximum
Representing the highest degree or limit (maximum).
máxima(Adjective)
maximum
?highest degree or limit
,greatest possible
?as in capacity or importance
top
?highest level
📝 In Action
La velocidad máxima permitida en esta carretera es 100 km/h.
A2The maximum speed allowed on this road is 100 km/h.
Necesitamos la máxima atención para resolver este problema.
B1We need the greatest possible attention to solve this problem.
El equipo mostró una calidad máxima en la final.
B2The team showed top quality in the final.
💡 Grammar Points
Gender Agreement
Remember that 'máxima' is the feminine form. You must use it when describing feminine nouns (e.g., la velocidad máxima). For masculine nouns, use 'máximo' (e.g., el esfuerzo máximo).
⭐ Usage Tips
Boosting Intensity
This word is often used to emphasize the highest level of something, like 'máxima urgencia' (utmost urgency).
Showing the highest point or value (the maximum).
máxima(Noun)
maximum
?the highest point or value
high (temperature)
?meteorology
,limit
?the top bound
📝 In Action
La máxima de hoy en Madrid fue de 35 grados Celsius.
B1Today's high in Madrid was 35 degrees Celsius.
Debemos operar dentro de la máxima establecida por el reglamento.
B2We must operate within the maximum limit established by the regulation.
Illustrating a guiding principle or rule (a maxim).
máxima(Noun)
maxim
?a guiding principle or rule
,adage
?a short, pithy saying
precept
?a general rule intended to regulate behavior
📝 In Action
Una de sus máximas en la vida era tratar a todos con respeto.
C1One of his guiding principles in life was to treat everyone with respect.
El libro está lleno de máximas filosóficas sobre la virtud.
C2The book is full of philosophical maxims about virtue.
✏️ Quick Practice
💡 Quick Quiz: máxima
Question 1 of 1
Which sentence uses 'máxima' as a noun meaning 'a principle'?
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Frequently Asked Questions
How do I know if 'máxima' is an adjective or a noun?
If it describes another feminine noun (like 'velocidad' or 'capacidad'), it's the adjective (e.g., 'la máxima velocidad'). If it stands alone, usually preceded by 'la,' and refers to a temperature, limit, or personal rule, it's the noun (e.g., 'la máxima fue 30 grados').
Is 'máxima' always the opposite of 'mínima'?
Yes, in the context of limits, degrees, or temperatures, 'máxima' (the highest point) is always the direct opposite of 'mínima' (the lowest point).