Detalles (en. Details)

/deˈtaʎes/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishSpanish
noun
Particularities that make up a whole.
The details of the house are impressive.
Los detalles de la casa son impresionantes.
Elements that are important for understanding something.
She noticed the details of the painting.
Ella se fijó en los detalles de la pintura.
Additional information that adds clarity or context.
We need more details about the project.
Necesitamos más detalles sobre el proyecto.

Etymology

It comes from the Latin 'detail', which means 'breakdown' or 'part of something.'

Common Phrases and Expressions

not to get lost in the details
Not to be distracted by minor aspects and to keep focus on the main point.
no perderse en los detalles
to give detail to something
To explain or delve into a specific topic.
darle detalle a algo
technical details
Specific aspects related to the technique or technology of a subject.
detalles técnicos

Related Words

particulars
Minor aspects or specific details that are part of a whole.
pormenores
characteristics
Traits that define a person, object, or situation.
características
aspects
Elements or components that shape a matter.
aspectos

Slang Meanings

Small things that don't matter much.
Don’t worry about the details, what matters is the result.
No te preocupes por los detalles, lo importante es el resultado.
Trivial information.
They are just details that don't add anything to the conversation.
Sólo son detalles que no aportan nada a la conversación.