Coyuntura (en. juncture)

/ko.jun.'tu.ra/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishSpanish
noun
Point of union of two or more elements.
The joint between the femur and the pelvis is fundamental for mobility.
La coyuntura entre el fémur y la pelvis es fundamental para la movilidad.
Situation or circumstance at a given moment.
The current economic juncture requires strategic decisions.
La coyuntura económica actual requiere decisiones estratégicas.
Articulation of the body where two bones join.
A joint sprain can be very painful.
Un esguince de coyuntura puede ser muy doloroso.

Etymology

From Latin 'coyunctūra', which means union.

Common Phrases and Expressions

critical juncture
Decisive moment in a situation.
coyuntura crítica
in a situation
To be in a particular situation or circumstance.
en coyuntura
favorable juncture
Advantageous situation for making decisions.
coyuntura favorable

Related Words

joint
Connection between bones that allows movement.
articulación
situation
Condition or state at a specific moment.
situación
context
Set of circumstances surrounding a fact or event.
contexto

Slang Meanings

Situation in which many people find themselves.
That demonstration was an incredible juncture of young people.
Esa manifestación fue una coyuntura increíble de jóvenes.
State of connection between friends or acquaintances.
We are in a good juncture, we are always together.
Estamos en buena coyuntura, siempre estamos juntos.