Posición (en. Position)

/po.siˈθjon/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishSpanish
noun
It refers to the physical location occupied by an object.
The position of the book on the shelf is important for it to look good.
La posición del libro en la estantería es importante para que se vea bien.
It refers to a place or situation in an abstract context, such as in a debate.
His position in the debate was very convincing.
Su posición en el debate fue muy convincente.
Reference to a stance or belief on a specific topic.
She has a very clear position on climate change.
Ella tiene una posición muy clara sobre el cambio climático.

Etymology

From the Latin 'positio', which means 'placement' or 'position'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

power position
It refers to a situation in which a person or group has advantages over others.
posición de fuerza
to take a position
To adopt a stance or opinion on a subject.
tomar posición
market position
It refers to the share or status of a company compared to its competitors.
posición en el mercado

Related Words

location
The act of placing or situating something in a specific place.
ubicación
site
A specific location.
sitio
perspective
The point of view from which things are observed or evaluated.
perspectiva

Slang Meanings

In the context of interpersonal relationships, it refers to the positions or roles that one assumes in a romantic situation.
In this situation, we need to make our positions clear.
En este rollo, debemos dejar claras nuestras posiciones.
In some friend groups, it can refer to how an object is placed to make an impression.
That's the position you need to use to make it look cooler.
Esa es la posición que tienes que usar para que se vea más chido.