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How to Say "juncture" in Spanish

The Spanish word forjunctureis coyunturaB2 level.

English → SpanishB2
nounB2
a critical point in time
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Examples

La coyuntura económica actual es favorable para invertir.

The current economic situation is favorable for investing.

Debemos aprovechar esta coyuntura para hacer cambios en la empresa.

We should take advantage of these circumstances to make changes in the company.

El analista habló sobre la difícil coyuntura política del país.

The analyst spoke about the country's difficult political juncture.

Always Feminine

This word is always feminine, so you must use 'la' or 'una' and make sure any adjectives end in 'a' (e.g., 'la coyuntura actual').

A 'Big Picture' Word

Think of this word as describing how different pieces of a puzzle fit together at a specific moment. It's usually for big events like politics or the economy, not small personal problems.

Using it for 'opportunity' only

Mistake:Using 'coyuntura' to mean just a lucky break.

Correction: It means the *whole situation* that creates the break. Use 'oportunidad' for just the chance itself.

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