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How to Say "implication" in Spanish

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implicación

nounB2general
Use 'implicación' when referring to a likely consequence, outcome, or the involvement of someone or something in a situation.

Examples

Este descubrimiento tiene implicaciones científicas importantes.

This discovery has important scientific implications.

significado

sig-ni-fi-KAH-dohsiɣnifiˈkaðo

nounB1general
Choose 'significado' when you want to express the hidden or symbolic meaning of something, its significance or importance.
A bright golden crown sits prominently on a tall, simple stone pedestal, illuminated by a single spotlight, symbolizing importance and significance.

Examples

El evento tuvo un gran significado histórico para la región.

The event had great historical significance for the region.

Su presencia en la reunión carecía de significado.

His presence at the meeting lacked significance (was unimportant).

Analizamos el significado profundo de sus palabras.

We analyzed the profound significance of his words.

Using 'Tener' (To Have)

To express that something is important, you often use the verb tener (to have): 'Esto tiene mucho significado' (This has a lot of significance).

Implicación vs. Significado

Learners often confuse these by using 'implicación' when they mean 'significado'. Remember that 'implicación' is about direct results or involvement, while 'significado' is about deeper, often symbolic, meaning or importance.

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