Consideracion (en. Consideration)
/konsideɾaˈθjon/
Meaning & Definition
EnglishSpanish
noun
An assessment made of something or someone.
The consideration that his colleagues have for him is very high.
La consideración que le tienen sus colegas es muy alta.
Attention given to a person or situation.
It's important to have consideration for the feelings of others.
Es importante tener consideración por los sentimientos de los demás.
Care or respect in dealing with others.
Criticism should be handled with consideration.
Se debe manejar las críticas con consideración.
Etymology
From the Latin 'consideratio', which means 'the action of considering'.
Common Phrases and Expressions
to take into consideration
To take something into account when making a judgment or decision.
tener en consideración
in consideration
In the context of being evaluated or deliberated.
en consideración
to show consideration
To demonstrate respect or care towards another person.
mostrar consideración
Related Words
to consider
To evaluate or weigh something.
considerar
considerable
That is worthy of consideration; meaningful.
considerable
consideration
The act of considering something.
consideración
Slang Meanings
To show respect informally.
There should be good consideration among friends.
Hay que tener una buena consideración entre amigos.
To attend to the opinions of others without being formal.
When we are in a group, some consideration is expected among us.
Cuando estamos en grupo, se espera cierta consideración entre nosotros.