paradoja

pah-rah-DOH-hah/paɾaˈðoxa/

“paradoja” means “paradox” in Spanish (a statement or situation that contradicts itself).

paradox

Also: contradiction

Es una paradoja que, teniendo tanta tecnología para ahorrar tiempo, cada vez estemos más ocupados.

It is a paradox that, having so much technology to save time, we are increasingly busier.

La famosa paradoja del huevo y la gallina siempre genera debate.

The famous chicken and egg paradox always generates debate.

Vivir en una ciudad tan ruidosa para buscar la paz parece una paradoja.

Living in such a noisy city to look for peace seems like a contradiction.

Words that translate to "paradoja" in Spanish:

Question 1 of 3

Which of the following is the correct way to say 'The paradox'?

👥 Word Family▼

paradójico(paradoxical) — Adjective

paradójicamente(paradoxically) — Adverb

🎵 Rhymes▼

📚 Etymology▼

From the Greek 'paradoxos' (contrary to opinion), which traveled through Latin 'paradoxa' before evolving into the Spanish 'paradoja'.

First recorded: 16th century

Cognates (Related words)

English: paradoxFrench: paradoxeItalian: paradosso

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Is 'paradoja' a formal word?

It is slightly more formal than 'contradicción', but it is very common in everyday speech when discussing deep or interesting topics.

Can it be used for people?

Yes, you can describe a person as 'una paradoja con patas' (a walking paradox) if their personality is full of contradictions.

How do I pronounce the 'j' in 'paradoja'?

The 'j' sounds like a breathy 'h' in English, as in the word 'home', but with a little more friction in the back of your throat.