Perfección (en. Perfection)

/peɾfekˈsjon/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishSpanish
noun
Quality of something that is perfect.
The perfection of art is difficult to achieve.
La perfección del arte es difícil de alcanzar.
State of not having defects.
She seeks perfection in every detail of her work.
Ella busca la perfección en cada detalle de su trabajo.
Ideal that a person or thing aspires to.
Perfection does not exist, but it is a valuable goal.
La perfección no existe, pero es un objetivo valioso.

Etymology

From Latin 'perfectio', meaning 'completeness'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

perfection does not exist
Expression indicating that a totally perfect state cannot be achieved.
la perfección no existe
in search of perfection
Referring to someone who pursues an ideal of excellence in what they do.
en busca de la perfección
perfection at first sight
When something seems perfect at first glance, but may have imperfections.
perfección a primera vista

Related Words

perfect
That which has no defects.
perfecto
to perfect
To improve something until it becomes perfect.
perfeccionar
imperfection
Quality of what is not perfect.
imperfección

Slang Meanings

Thing or person that is exceptional.
That movie is pure perfection.
Esa película es pura perfección.
State of complete satisfaction with a job.
Upon finishing the project, I felt that I had achieved perfection.
Al terminar el proyecto, sentí que había alcanzado la perfección.