Determinación (en. Determination)

/deteɾminaˈθjon/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishSpanish
noun
Firm resolution to carry out something.
His determination led him to achieve his goals.
Su determinación lo llevó a conseguir sus metas.
Action of determining a situation or an outcome.
The determination of the problem was swift.
La determinación del problema fue rápida.
State of mind that drives to make an effort.
Determination is key to success in studies.
La determinación es clave para el éxito en los estudios.

Etymology

The word comes from the Latin 'determinatio', which means 'act of determining'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

power of determination
The ability to maintain a decision in the face of difficulties.
poder de determinación
iron determination
Very strong and unwavering decision.
determinación férrea
with determination
To act with firmness and resolution.
con determinación

Related Words

determine
To establish or set something clearly.
determinar
decide
To make a resolution or choice among various alternatives.
decidir
resolution
Act of deciding something or resolving a matter.
resolución

Slang Meanings

To have guts
That guy has the guts to move forward despite adversities.
Ese chico tiene agallas para seguir adelante a pesar de las adversidades.
To not give in
They always tell me not to give up on my goals.
Siempre me dicen que no claudique en mis objetivos.