Excelencia (en. Excellence)

/ek-se-'len-sja/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishSpanish
noun
Condition of being excellent or outstanding in some aspect.
Excellence in education is fundamental for the development of a country.
La excelencia en la educación es fundamental para el desarrollo de un país.
Distinction or superiority in an activity or subject.
His work was recognized for its artistic excellence.
Su obra fue reconocida por su excelencia artística.
Ideal of perfection that one seeks to achieve.
Professional excellence is essential in the business field.
La excelencia profesional es indispensable en el ámbito empresarial.

Etymology

From Latin 'excellentia', which means 'superiority'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

in pursuit of excellence
Reference to the constant aspiration towards the best.
en busca de la excelencia
academic excellence
Condition of excelling in the school or university environment.
excelencia académica
value excellence
Recognize and appreciate the high level of quality or performance.
valorar la excelencia

Related Words

excellent
That has excellence or is of very good quality.
excelente
exceptional
That stands out from the common due to its quality or characteristics.
excepcional
superlative
That is the highest degree of a quality.
superlativo

Slang Meanings

Top
That movie was a top at the box office for its excellence.
Esa película fue un top en taquilla por su excelencia.
Luxurious
The service in this restaurant is luxurious for its excellence.
El servicio en este restaurante es de lujo por su excelencia.