Esencia (en. Essence)
/eˈsenθja/
Meaning & Definition
EnglishSpanish
noun
Nature or essential characteristic of something.
The essence of love is the emotional connection between people.
La esencia del amor es la conexión emocional entre las personas.
Concentrated extract of a substance, especially in the field of perfumery.
Buy a flower essence for the atmosphere of the house.
Compra una esencia de flores para el ambiente de la casa.
Fundamental part or basis of something.
The essence of the problem lies in the lack of communication.
La esencia del problema radica en la falta de comunicación.
Etymology
From Latin 'essentia', which derives from the verb 'esse' meaning 'to be'.
Common Phrases and Expressions
essence of life
Reference to the fundamental aspect that gives meaning to existence.
esencia de la vida
in essence
Means 'mainly' or 'basically'.
en esencia
capture the essence
To understand the nature or basis of something.
captar la esencia
Related Words
essential
That which is of utmost importance or fundamental.
esencial
existence
The state of living or being.
existencia
identity
Set of characteristics that define something or someone.
identidad
Slang Meanings
The most important thing.
Don't get lost in the details, go to the essence.
No te pierdas en los detalles, ve a la esencia.
Something that characterizes or defines.
That is pure essence of your style.
Eso es pura esencia de tu estilo.