Efecto (en. Effect)

/eˈfek.to/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishSpanish
noun
Result produced by a cause.
The effect of the medication was immediate.
El efecto del medicamento fue inmediato.
Manifestation of a state or situation.
The effect of the economic crisis is felt in employment.
El efecto de la crisis económica se siente en el empleo.
Impression that something causes in the perceiver.
The painting has an impressive visual effect.
La pintura tiene un efecto visual impresionante.

Etymology

From the Latin 'effectus', meaning 'result' or 'consequence'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

to have effect
to produce a result
tener efecto
beyond the effect
in a broader sense
más allá del efecto
domino effect
a chain reaction
efecto domino

Related Words

cause
Element that provokes an effect.
causa
reaction
Response to an action, which can be an effect.
reacción

Slang Meanings

Sensation generated by recreational substance.
The effect of the 'trip' was quite intense.
El efecto del 'trip' fue bastante intenso.
Impact of an action on popular culture.
That meme had a viral effect on social media.
Ese meme tuvo un efecto viral en las redes.