Suficiente (en. Enough)

/sufi'θiente/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishSpanish
adjective
That meets the necessary requirements.
Our resources are sufficient to complete the project.
Nuestros recursos son suficientes para completar el proyecto.
That has the necessary amount.
The money I have is enough to pay the rent.
El dinero que tengo es suficiente para pagar la renta.
That provides what is required, but not more.
The light in the room is sufficient to read.
La luz en la habitación es suficiente para leer.

Etymology

From Latin 'sufficiens', meaning 'that is capable' or 'that fulfills'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

is not enough
Indicates that something does not meet the necessary requirements.
no es suficiente
enough for
Indicates that something meets the required amount for a specific purpose.
suficiente para
is plenty
Indicates that there is more than what is necessary.
basta y sobra

Related Words

sufficiency
Condition of being sufficient.
suficiencia
to suffer
To experience a lack or harm.
sufrir
suffering
State of one who suffers.
sufrimiento

Slang Meanings

Enough to get by
With what I have in my pocket, it's enough to get by this week.
Con lo que tengo en el bolsillo, es suficiente para salir del paso esta semana.
Just enough
With this food, it will be just enough for everyone.
Con esta comida será lo justo para todos.