significado
“significado” means “meaning” in Spanish. It has 2 different meanings depending on context:
meaning
Also: sense, definition
📝 In Action
¿Cuál es el significado de la palabra 'paciencia'?
A1What is the meaning of the word 'patience'?
No entendí el significado de su gesto.
A2I didn't understand the meaning of his gesture.
El diccionario ofrece varios significados para esta expresión.
A2The dictionary offers several meanings for this expression.
significance
Also: import, implication
📝 In Action
El evento tuvo un gran significado histórico para la región.
B1The event had great historical significance for the region.
Su presencia en la reunión carecía de significado.
B2His presence at the meeting lacked significance (was unimportant).
Analizamos el significado profundo de sus palabras.
B2We analyzed the profound significance of his words.
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Words that translate to "significado" in Spanish:
definition→implication→import→meaning→sense→significance→✏️ Quick Practice
Quick Quiz: significado
Question 1 of 1
Choose the best translation for: 'El significado de su decisión fue enorme.'
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📚 Etymology▼
Comes directly from the verb *significar* (to mean), which traces back to the Latin verb *significare*, meaning 'to mark with a sign' or 'to point out.' It is built on the Latin word *signum* (a sign or mark).
First recorded: 13th century
Cognates (Related words)
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is 'significado' the same as 'sentido'?
They are often interchangeable when referring to the definition of a word (e.g., 'El significado/sentido de la palabra'). However, 'sentido' has many other uses, such as 'sense' (like the five senses) or 'direction'.
Can 'significado' be used as an adjective?
No, *significado* is a noun. The adjective form you are looking for is *significativo* (significant) or *significante* (which can also mean 'significant' but is often used in technical linguistic contexts).