Práctica (en. Practice)

/ˈpɾaktika/

Meaning & Definition

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noun
Exercise or activity performed to improve skills or acquire knowledge in a specific area.
Practicing the piano requires dedication and consistency.
La práctica del piano requiere dedicación y constancia.
Application of theoretical knowledge in real situations.
Medical practice is fundamental to being a good doctor.
La práctica médica es fundamental para ser un buen doctor.
Established custom or habit within a society.
It is a common practice to celebrate New Year's with fireworks.
Es una práctica común celebrar el Año Nuevo con fuegos artificiales.
verb
To perform exercises or activities repeatedly to improve or master a skill.
I need to practice more to pass the exam.
Debo practicar más para aprobar el examen.

Etymology

From Latin 'practica', which comes from Greek 'praxis', meaning 'action'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

Practice makes perfect
The constant repetition of an activity improves the skill in it.
práctica hace al maestro
to put into practice
To carry out or implement something that has been planned.
ponerse en práctica
in practice
Referring to the actual application of something, in contrast to theory.
en la práctica

Related Words

trainee
A person who performs internships, especially in a professional field.
practicante
practicality
Quality of being practical or useful in real situations.
practicidad

Slang Meanings

To do something often to become good at it.
I need more practice to improve at surfing.
Necesito más práctica para mejorar en el surf.
To engage in activities repeatedly to maintain a skill.
I always practice my photography skills on the weekends.
Siempre practico mis habilidades de fotografía los fines de semana.