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How to Say "manifesto" in Spanish

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manifiesto

mah-nee-FYEHS-tohma.niˈfjes.to

nounC1general
Use 'manifiesto' when referring to a public declaration of intentions, beliefs, or principles by a group, organization, or individual, often artistic or ideological.
A person standing on a wooden box in a park, holding up a large unrolled scroll.

Examples

El grupo de artistas publicó su manifiesto en el periódico.

The group of artists published their manifesto in the newspaper.

El partido político presentó su manifiesto electoral ayer.

The political party presented its election manifesto yesterday.

Firmaron un manifiesto en contra de la guerra.

They signed a manifesto against the war.

Masculine Noun

This word is always masculine. You should always use 'el' or 'un' with it: 'el manifiesto'.

Spelling check

Mistake:Writing 'manifesto' (English spelling).

Correction: In Spanish, it must end in '-esto': 'manifiesto'.

plataforma

pla-ta-FOR-maplataˈfoɾma

nounC1political, electoral
Choose 'plataforma' when the 'manifesto' refers specifically to a political party's program or electoral platform outlining their proposed policies.
A simple human figure standing confidently on a small, sturdy, raised wooden box, holding a large, rolled-up scroll tied with a ribbon, symbolizing a political platform or set of principles.

Examples

El partido político presentó su plataforma electoral antes de las elecciones.

The political party presented its electoral platform before the elections.

La nueva plataforma de activistas busca la igualdad de género.

The new activists' platform seeks gender equality.

Figurative Meaning

Here, 'plataforma' is used figuratively to mean the 'base' or foundation of someone's political or social beliefs.

Manifiesto vs. Plataforma

Learners often incorrectly use 'manifiesto' for political programs. Remember that while a political program is a type of declaration, the specific term in Spanish for an electoral or political party's set of proposals is 'plataforma'.

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