Indicio (en. Indication)

/inˈdiθio/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishSpanish
noun
A signal or indication suggesting a certain fact or situation.
The cold weather is an indication that winter is approaching.
El clima frío es un indicio de que el invierno se acerca.
Any type of evidence pointing towards a fact or conclusion.
The indications of the crime were very evident.
Los indicios del crimen eran muy evidentes.
Manifestation or revelation of something not directly perceived.
The indications of her disappointment were clear on her face.
Los indicios de su decepción eran claros en su rostro.

Etymology

From the Latin 'indicium', meaning sign or evidence.

Common Phrases and Expressions

clear indications
Evidence or clear signs of something.
indicios claros
without indications
Without signs or evidence suggesting something.
sin indicios
an indication of
A sign pointing towards something specific.
un indicio de

Related Words

indicate
To show or signal something.
indicar
testimony
Statement that gives evidence of a fact.
testimonio
clue
Sign or indicative that helps to solve a puzzle.
pista

Slang Meanings

Indication that something is happening without it being said directly.
That comment was an indication that he is not satisfied with his job.
Ese comentario fue un indicio de que no está satisfecho con su trabajo.
Trait or characteristic that signals a trend.
Those changes in his behavior are a good indication that he is excited.
Esos cambios en su comportamiento son un buen indicio de que está emocionado.