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How to Say "details" in Spanish

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detalles

deh-TAH-yehss/deˈtaʎes/

nounA1general
Use 'detalles' when you want to ask for or provide specific particulars, information, or finer points about a subject, plan, or event.
A close-up view of an intricately patterned butterfly wing, showing many small, distinct color spots and lines.

Examples

¿Puedes darme más detalles sobre el viaje?

Can you give me more details about the trip?

Los detalles del contrato son muy importantes.

The specifics of the contract are very important.

No te preocupes por los pequeños detalles ahora, solo lo principal.

Don't worry about the small details now, just the main thing.

Always Plural

Even though it comes from the singular noun 'detalle,' 'detalles' is the form you use most often when talking about facts or specifics (like 'details' in English).

Using the Singular for Specifics

Mistake: “Dame el detalle de la reunión.”

Correction: Dame los detalles de la reunión. (Use the plural 'detalles' when asking for the specific points.)

datos

DAH-tohs/ˈdatos/

nounA1general
Use 'datos' when referring to specific pieces of information, facts, or figures, especially in a more technical or analytical context.
A close-up view of a large, bright red apple on a wooden surface being examined by a large magnifying glass.

Examples

Necesitamos más datos para entender el problema.

We need more data/facts to understand the problem.

Todos los datos históricos confirman esta teoría.

All the historical information confirms this theory.

Always Plural

Unlike the English word 'data,' which is often treated as singular (the data is good), the Spanish word 'datos' is always plural, so you must use plural articles and verbs (los datos son).

Using it as Singular

Mistake: “El dato es importante.”

Correction: Los datos son importantes. (Using the singular 'dato' usually refers to only one specific item, while 'datos' refers to the collection.)

Choosing Between 'Datos' and 'Detalles'

Learners often confuse 'datos' and 'detalles' because both mean 'information.' Remember that 'datos' is closer to 'data' or 'facts,' often used in technical or statistical contexts, while 'detalles' refers to the specific particulars or finer points of something.

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