Exento (en. Exempt)

/eɡˈsen.to/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishSpanish
adjective
That is free from something that could be a burden.
The program is exempt from costs for students.
El programa está exento de costos para los estudiantes.
That is not subject to certain rules or taxes.
Some products are exempt from taxes in this category.
Algunos productos son exentos de impuestos en esta categoría.
That has no obligation to comply with something.
They are exempt from participating in that school activity.
Están exentos de participar en esa actividad escolar.

Etymology

From Latin 'exemptus', which means 'removed, excluded'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

to be exempt from
to have no obligation or burden.
estar exento de
exempt from taxes
that is not subject to paying taxes.
exento de impuestos
exempt from responsibilities
free from obligations or duties.
exento de responsabilidades

Related Words

exclusion
act of leaving someone or something out.
exclusión
release
action of releasing or being free from something.
liberación

Slang Meanings

To be out of trouble or responsibilities.
She is exempt from drama this week.
Ella está exenta de drama esta semana.
Not having to worry about something.
With those procedures, I am exempt from stress.
Con esos trámites, estoy exento de estrés.