trascendencia
“trascendencia” means “importance” in Spanish. It has 2 different meanings depending on context:
importance
Also: significance, consequence
📝 In Action
Esta decisión tiene mucha trascendencia para el futuro de la empresa.
B1This decision has great importance for the future of the company.
Nadie imaginaba la trascendencia que tendrían sus palabras.
B2No one imagined the significance his words would have.
Es un asunto de gran trascendencia nacional.
C1It is a matter of great national consequence.
transcendence
📝 In Action
El artista busca la trascendencia a través de su obra.
C1The artist seeks transcendence through his work.
La trascendencia del alma es un concepto central en muchas religiones.
C2The transcendence of the soul is a central concept in many religions.
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Words that translate to "trascendencia" in Spanish:
consequence→importance→significance→transcendence→✏️ Quick Practice
Quick Quiz: trascendencia
Question 1 of 3
Which sentence uses 'trascendencia' to mean 'highly important'?
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From Latin 'transcendentia', which comes from 'trans-' (across/beyond) and 'scandere' (to climb). It literally describes the act of climbing over or going beyond something.
First recorded: 15th century
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the difference between 'importancia' and 'trascendencia'?
'Importancia' is general and can apply to anything. 'Trascendencia' is heavier; it implies that something is so important that it will have effects far into the future or across many areas.
Is the 's' in 'trascendencia' pronounced?
Yes. In most of Latin America, the 's' and the 'c' sound the same (like an 's'). In most of Spain, the 's' is pronounced as 's' and the 'c' as a 'th' sound.
Can I use 'trascendencia' for people?
Not directly. You wouldn't say 'He is a transcendence.' You would say his actions or his life 'tienen trascendencia' (have significance).