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    Documental (en. Documentary)

    /dokumen'tal/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishSpanish
    adjective
    That presents information based on real facts.
    The documentary exposes the reality of life in war zones.
    El documental expone la realidad de la vida en zonas de guerra.
    Referring to a type of program or film that focuses on real facts, people, or topics.
    I love watching documentaries about nature and wildlife.
    Me encanta ver documentales sobre naturaleza y vida salvaje.
    That is used to document or testify about an event or situation.
    The historical documentary helps to better understand past events.
    El documental histórico ayuda a entender mejor los acontecimientos pasados.

    Etymology

    From the Latin 'documentalis', derived from 'documentum', which means 'document'.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    nature documentary
    Documentary that shows the life of animals and their natural environment.
    documental de naturaleza
    investigative documentary
    A documentary that delves into specific facts or events through inquiry.
    documental de investigación
    award-winning documentary
    Documentary that has been recognized at festivals or competitions for its quality.
    documental premiado

    Related Words

    document
    A written account that provides information.
    documento
    informative
    That gives information about a topic.
    informativo
    report
    A narration or analysis about an event.
    reportaje

    Slang Meanings

    A documentary that is very interesting or impactful.
    That documentary was so good that I watched it twice.
    Ese documental fue tan bueno que lo vi dos veces.
    A production that lacks quality, often criticized.
    Don't watch that documentary, it's a disaster.
    No veas ese documental, es un desastre.