Dimensión (en. Dimension)

/dimenˈsjon/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishSpanish
noun
Field or area of study or analysis.
The social dimension of the problem is crucial.
La dimensión social del problema es crucial.
Perspective or angle from which a matter is considered.
It is important to address the ethical-moral dimension of the decision.
Es importante abordar la dimensión ético-moral de la decisión.
One of the measures or aspects of an object, such as length, width, or height.
The dimension of this room is quite spacious.
La dimensión de esta habitación es bastante amplia.

Etymology

From Latin 'dimensio', which means 'measurement'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

dimensions of the problem
The different aspects that make up a problem.
dimensiones del problema
cultural dimension
Aspect related to the customs and traditions of a group.
dimensión cultural
on a large scale
In a broad or extensive context.
a gran dimensión

Related Words

dimensional
Referring to dimensions.
dimensional
dimensibility
Ability to be measured in dimensions.
dimensibilidad

Slang Meanings

Expression used to refer to something very large or impressive.
That car has an enviable dimension.
Ese coche tiene una dimensión envidiable.
Managing complex situations in different aspects.
That talk touched on several dimensions of the topic.
Esa charla tocó varias dimensiones del tema.