How to Say "pertinent" in Spanish
The Spanish word for “pertinent” is “pertinente” — B1 level.
Examples
Esa es una pregunta muy pertinente para el tema de hoy.
That is a very relevant question for today's topic.
El abogado presentó las pruebas pertinentes al caso.
The lawyer presented the evidence relevant to the case.
Antes de viajar, debes conseguir la documentación pertinente.
Before traveling, you must get the appropriate documentation.
Gender Neutrality
This word ends in 'e,' which means it stays the same whether you are describing a masculine noun (el documento pertinente) or a feminine noun (la información pertinente).
Plural Form
To make it plural, simply add an 's' at the end: 'los documentos pertinentes' or 'las preguntas pertinentes'.
Confusing with 'Impertinente'
Mistake: “Using 'impertinente' to mean only 'not relevant'.”
Correction: In Spanish, 'impertinente' often means 'rude' or 'annoying' when applied to a person, while 'pertinente' always relates to being 'appropriate' or 'on-topic'.
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