Significativo (en. Significant)
/siɣnifiˈkatibo/
Meaning & Definition
EnglishSpanish
adjective
That has a special significance or value.
This discovery is significant for science.
Este descubrimiento es significativo para la ciencia.
That implies or entails important consequences.
There was a significant change in the group's behavior.
Hubo un cambio significativo en el comportamiento del grupo.
That stands out for its relevance in a given context.
His words were significant in the meeting.
Sus palabras fueron significativas en la reunión.
Etymology
From Latin 'significativus', which comes from 'significare', meaning 'to indicate or express'.
Common Phrases and Expressions
significant in a context
When something is relevant in a specific situation.
significativo en un contexto
significant change
A modification that has a considerable impact.
cambio significativo
significant symbol
A badge or representation that has a strong meaning.
símbolo significativo
Related Words
meaning
The interpretation or meaning of something.
significado
to signify
To have an implication or representation.
significar
sign
A mark that represents or indicates something.
signo
Slang Meanings
Something important that cannot be ignored.
That figure is significant; let’s not overlook it.
Esa cifra es significativa, no la pasemos por alto.
Refers to something that carries weight in a conversation or topic.
What you said was very significant in our discussion.
Lo que dijiste fue muy significativo en nuestra discusión.