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transitorio

trahn-see-TOH-ryoh/tɾansiˈtoɾjo/

“transitorio” means “temporary” in Spanish (something that is not permanent).

temporary, fleeting

Also: transitory
A child's colorful chalk drawing of a sun on a sidewalk, partially faded by a few raindrops.

📝 In Action

Este alivio es solo transitorio; necesitamos una solución real.

B1

This relief is only temporary; we need a real solution.

La felicidad puede ser transitoria si no valoramos el presente.

B2

Happiness can be fleeting if we don't value the present.

Estamos en un periodo transitorio de adaptación tecnológica.

C1

We are in a transitional period of technological adaptation.

Word Connections

Synonyms

Antonyms

Common Collocations

  • carácter transitorio – temporary nature
  • disposición transitoria – transitional provision (legal)
  • efecto transitorio – temporary effect

Translate to Spanish

Words that translate to "transitorio" in Spanish:

fleeting→temporary→transitory→

✏️ Quick Practice

Quick Quiz: transitorio

Question 1 of 3

Which word is the best synonym for 'transitorio'?

📚 More Resources

👥 Word Family▼
tránsito(traffic/transit) — Noun
transición(transition) — Noun
transitar(to pass through) — Verb
🎵 Rhymes▼
📚 Etymology▼

From the Latin word 'transitorius', which means 'passing' or 'going across'. It comes from 'transire', meaning to go across.

First recorded: 15th century

Cognates (Related words)

English: transitoryFrench: transitoireItalian: transitorio

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is 'transitorio' the same as 'provisional'?

They are very close! 'Provisional' usually implies something was planned to be temporary until a final version is ready, while 'transitorio' just describes the nature of something that passes quickly.

Can I use 'transitorio' for traffic?

Not exactly. For vehicle traffic, we use the related noun 'tránsito'. Use 'transitorio' only as an adjective to describe time or state.

Does 'transitorio' always imply a negative thing?

No. While it can describe a 'transitory pain,' it can also describe a 'transitory phase' of growth or a 'transitory success.' It just means it's not permanent.