Consideración (en. Consideration)

/kon.si.de.ɾaˈθjon/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishSpanish
noun
Attention or respect towards someone or something.
We must take consideration for the feelings of others.
Debemos tener consideración por los sentimientos de los demás.
Value or importance given to something.
It is a matter of great consideration in our society.
Es una cuestión de gran consideración en nuestra sociedad.
The action of taking certain circumstances or factors into account.
The consideration of multiple perspectives is key in the debate.
La consideración de múltiples perspectivas es clave en el debate.

Etymology

From Latin 'consideratio', which means 'the action of considering'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

to take into consideration
To regard something as relevant or important.
tener en consideración
under consideration
To be the subject of analysis or reflection.
bajo consideración
in consideration
To be evaluated or analyzed.
en consideración

Related Words

consider
To take something into account when evaluating.
considerar
considered
That acts with attention and respect.
considerado
considerate
That is considerate or attentive.
considerativo

Slang Meanings

To take into account
You'd better take into consideration what I told you.
Mejor toma en consideración lo que te dije.
To allow space
It is important to consider the needs of others.
Es importante considerar las necesidades de los demás.