representa
“representa” means “represents” in Spanish. It has 3 different meanings depending on context:
represents, stands for
Also: depicts
📝 In Action
El color azul representa la calma en muchas culturas.
A2The color blue represents calmness in many cultures.
¿Qué representa para ti este símbolo?
B1What does this symbol stand for to you?
represents
Also: acts on behalf of
📝 In Action
La junta directiva representa a todos los accionistas.
B1The board of directors represents all the shareholders.
Mi agente me representa en todas las negociaciones.
B2My agent represents me in all the negotiations.
constitutes, amounts to
Also: is
📝 In Action
Este gasto representa el 40% del presupuesto anual.
B2This expense constitutes 40% of the annual budget.
La falta de comunicación representa un serio obstáculo.
C1The lack of communication represents a serious obstacle.
Indicative
Present
Imperfect
Preterite
Subjunctive
Present Subjunctive
Imperfect Subjunctive
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Words that translate to "representa" in Spanish:
amounts to→constitutes→depicts→is→represents→stands for→✏️ Quick Practice
Quick Quiz: representa
Question 1 of 1
Which sentence uses 'representa' in the sense of 'constituting an amount or percentage'?
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The verb 'representar' comes directly from the Latin *repraesentāre*, meaning 'to make present,' 'to show,' or 'to exhibit.' The Spanish word kept the core idea of making something visible or standing in its place.
First recorded: 13th century
Cognates (Related words)
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is 'representa' the same as 'presenta'?
No, they are different! 'Representa' means 'stands for' or 'acts on behalf of.' 'Presenta' (from *presentar*) means 'he/she/it presents' or 'introduces' something.
Can I use 'representa' to give a command?
Yes, 'Representa' is the command form (imperative) used when speaking informally to a single person ('tú'). For example, 'Representa bien a tu equipo' (Represent your team well).