Solución (en. Solution)

/soluˈsjon/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishSpanish
noun
Way to solve a problem or difficulty.
We found a viable solution to the conflict.
Encontramos una solución viable para el conflicto.
Answer to an enigma or question.
The solution to the riddle was simpler than we thought.
La solución al acertijo era más sencilla de lo que pensábamos.
Homogeneous mixture of two or more substances.
We prepared a salt solution in water.
Preparamos una solución de sal en agua.

Etymology

From the Latin 'solutio, solutionis', which means 'dissolution' or 'resolution'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

To provide a solution
To offer an answer or remedy to a problem.
dar solución
To find a solution
To try to find a way to resolve a conflict.
buscar solución
Quick solution
Method or answer obtained quickly, though it may not always be the most effective.
solución rápida

Related Words

To resolve
Finding the answer or way to solve a problem.
resolver
Solver
Person or thing that offers solutions.
solucionador
Solvable
That can be solved.
solucionable

Slang Meanings

Improvised solution
That solution was more of a patch than a solution.
Esa solución fue más un parche que una solución.
Magic solution
Seeking a magic solution to a problem often leads to more complications.
Buscar una solución mágica a un problema suele llevar a más complicaciones.