Perfección (en. Perfection)

/peɾfekˈsjon/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishSpanish
noun
State or quality of having all the appropriate parts or qualities.
The perfection of the design is impressive.
La perfección del diseño es impresionante.
Absence of defects or imperfections.
The chef sought perfection in every dish.
El chef buscaba la perfección en cada plato.
Achievement of a supreme ideal.
He aspires to perfection in his art.
Él aspira a la perfección en su arte.

Etymology

From Latin 'perfectio' meaning 'completeness' or 'realization'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

absolute perfection
State of total perfection, without errors.
perfección absoluta
in search of perfection
Continuous effort to achieve a desired ideal.
en busca de la perfección
technical perfection
Mastery of the necessary skills in a discipline.
perfección técnica

Related Words

to perfect
To make something better, to reach a higher level of quality.
perfeccionar
perfect
One that is flawless, that is ideal.
perfecto

Slang Meanings

Something that is unbeatable.
That car is perfection on wheels.
Ese coche es la perfección sobre ruedas.
Ideal situation or state.
The party was pure perfection.
La fiesta fue pura perfección.