repercusión
“repercusión” means “impact” in Spanish (social or political influence).
impact, consequenceAlso: aftermath, resonance
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Sus palabras tuvieron una gran repercusión en la prensa.
A2His words had a great impact on the press.
La huelga tendrá repercusiones económicas importantes.
B1The strike will have important economic consequences.
El descubrimiento no tuvo la repercusión que se esperaba.
B2The discovery didn't have the resonance that was expected.
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Which is the correct plural form of 'repercusión'?
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From the Latin word 'repercussio', which describes a 'bouncing back' or an echo. It comes from 're-' (again) and 'percutere' (to strike). Imagine a strike that hits so hard it bounces back—that is the impact or consequence.
First recorded: 15th century
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is 'repercusión' always a bad thing?
No! While it often describes serious consequences, a discovery or a speech can have a 'gran repercusión positiva' (a great positive impact).
What is the difference between 'consecuencia' and 'repercusión'?
They are very similar. However, 'consecuencia' is a direct result, while 'repercusión' often implies a broader impact that ripples out through society or the media.
Can I use 'repercusión' to talk about an echo?
Technically yes, in physics or very old literature, but in modern everyday Spanish, people almost always use 'eco' for a physical sound and 'repercusión' for figurative impact.