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    Circunstancias (en. Circumstances)

    /siɾ.kum.stan.θjas/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishSpanish
    noun
    Factors that influence the development of an event or situation.
    The circumstances of his life influence his decisions.
    Las circunstancias de su vida influyen en sus decisiones.
    Set of conditions surrounding a fact.
    The circumstances of the accident remain incomprehensible.
    Las circunstancias del accidente siguen siendo incomprensibles.
    Particular state or situation in which someone or something is found.
    The current circumstances of the country are concerning.
    Las circunstancias actuales del país son preocupantes.

    Etymology

    From Latin 'circumstantia', which means 'that which surrounds' or 'the condition'.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    under certain circumstances
    in certain conditions.
    bajo ciertas circunstancias
    under normal circumstances
    in usual or expected situations.
    en circunstancias normales
    given the circumstances
    considering the current situation.
    dadas las circunstancias

    Related Words

    situation
    State or condition in which a person or thing is found.
    situación
    condition
    State that limits or determines something.
    condición
    factors
    Elements that contribute to an outcome.
    factores

    Slang Meanings

    Complicated or difficult situation.
    Being in difficult circumstances makes me value more what I have.
    Estar en circunstancias difíciles me hace valorar más lo que tengo.
    When something does not go as expected.
    The circumstances will not help the plan to work.
    Las circunstancias no ayudarán a que el plan funcione.