Implica (en. Entails)

/imˈplika/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishSpanish
verb
To make something necessary or inevitable as a consequence of another thing.
Success implies dedication and constant effort.
El éxito implica dedicación y esfuerzo constante.
To include or contain something in its meaning or sense.
His comment implies that he does not agree with the decision.
Su comentario implica que no está de acuerdo con la decisión.
To require or demand the realization of something as a condition.
Accepting the job implies moving to another city.
Aceptar el trabajo implica mudarse a otra ciudad.

Etymology

From the Latin 'implicare', which means 'to entwine' or 'to unite'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

does not imply
It does not suggest or entail an additional meaning.
no implica
what it implies
Referring to the consequences or meanings of something.
lo que implica
implies a risk
It refers to the inclusion of a danger or eventuality.
implica un riesgo

Related Words

implication
Consequence that derives from something.
implicación
involved
Person who is involved in a situation.
implicado
implicit
One that is included without being expressed directly.
implícito

Slang Meanings

What can be taken for granted.
That implies that we all agree.
Eso implica que todos estamos de acuerdo.
Something that is understood without the need to be said.
His glance implies that he is surprised.
Su mirada implica que está sorprendido.