Conlleva (en. Entails)

/konˈʎeba/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishSpanish
verb
To have as a consequence or effect.
The project entails certain risks.
El proyecto conlleva ciertos riesgos.
To imply, to mean.
His decision entails changes in the team.
Su decisión conlleva cambios en el equipo.
To cover, to include.
This job entails several tasks.
Este trabajo conlleva varias tareas.

Etymology

From the verb 'conllevar', composed of 'con-' and 'llevar'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

what it entails
what it implies or brings with it
lo que conlleva
entail a burden
having to bear a responsibility
conllevar una carga
what fame entails
the responsibilities associated with being famous
lo que conlleva la fama

Related Words

carry
To transport or carry something.
llevar
load
To bear weight or have something on one's back.
cargar
imply
To include one thing in another.
implicar

Slang Meanings

To take on a commitment.
That decision entails a commitment that not everyone is willing to accept.
Esa decisión conlleva un compromiso que no todos están dispuestos a aceptar.
To accept the responsibilities that come with something.
If you choose this path, it entails several responsibilities.
Si eliges este camino, conlleva varias responsabilidades.