How to Say "confirmation" in Spanish
The most common Spanish word for “confirmation” is “confirmación” — use this for the act of verifying something is true or settled, like confirming a booking or an appointment.
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confirmación
nounA2general
Use this for the act of verifying something is true or settled, like confirming a booking or an appointment.
Examples
Recibí la confirmación de mi pedido por correo electrónico.
I received the confirmation of my order by email.
verificación
nounB1general
Use this when you need to prove or check that something is correct, often for security purposes or quality control.
Examples
Necesito el código de verificación para acceder a mi cuenta.
I need the verification code to access my account.
demostración
nounB1formal
Use this for a formal validation or a clear display of something, like proving a point or showing evidence.
Examples
La conferencia fue una demostración de su experiencia en el campo.
The conference was a demonstration of his expertise in the field.
confirmación
nounB1religious
Use this specifically for the religious ceremony or sacrament of Confirmation.
Examples
La ceremonia de confirmación será en la iglesia parroquial.
The Confirmation ceremony will be at the parish church.
Confirmación vs. Verificación
Learners often confuse 'confirmación' and 'verificación'. Remember, 'confirmación' is about settling or verifying a fact (like a booking), while 'verificación' is about proving correctness or accuracy, often for security.
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