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    Señal (en. Sign)

    /se'ɲal/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishSpanish
    noun
    Indication made to communicate something or give notice.
    The traffic light is a traffic signal.
    El semáforo es una señal de tráfico.
    Mark or sign that represents something.
    The sign on the road indicates that there is a dangerous curve.
    La señal en la carretera indica que hay una curva peligrosa.
    Message or hint that conveys information.
    I received a clear signal that I should act.
    Recibí una señal clara de que debía actuar.
    Perceptible phenomenon that indicates a change or event.
    The smoke signal is used in emergency situations.
    La señal de humo es usada en situaciones de emergencia.

    Etymology

    From Latin 'signāle', related to the concept of 'sign'.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    to give signs of life
    To manifest that one is alive or present.
    dar señales de vida
    warning sign
    Indication of a danger or precaution.
    señal de advertencia
    emergency signal
    Indicator that requires immediate attention.
    señal de emergencia

    Related Words

    sign
    Representation that indicates or symbolizes something.
    signo
    mark
    Symbol that identifies or distinguishes something.
    marca
    hint
    Evidence or signal that suggests a conclusion.
    indicio

    Slang Meanings

    Sign that something is wrong.
    When he didn't respond, that was a signal.
    Cuando no respondió, eso fue una señal.
    Refers to an opportunity that arises.
    That is your signal to act.
    Ese es tu señal para actuar.