Tal (en. Such)

/tal/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishSpanish

adjective

It is used to refer to something of the same nature or class.

You don't have to worry about such a thing.

No tienes que preocuparte por tal cosa.

It is used to emphasize a characteristic.

That was such a decision that I can't believe I made it.

Esa fue una decisión tal que no puedo creer que la tomara.

It is used to indicate quantity, degree, or form.

I have never seen a problem such as this.

Nunca he visto un problema tal como este.

From the Latin 'talis', which means 'such' or 'like this'.

just as is

Exactly in the mentioned form.

tal cual

cannot be so

Expression that indicates disbelief in a statement.

no puede ser tal

just as it is

Without changes or alterations.

tal y como es

talent

Ability or aptitude to do something.

talento

talia

Element or person that is mentioned.

talia

talisman

Object that is believed to have magical powers.

talismán

Used to refer to someone without specifying their name.

You will see such a person at the party.

Verás a tal persona en la fiesta.

Refers to a vague or unspecified quality.

I was told that the exam would be such that I shouldn't worry.

Me dijeron que el examen sería de tal manera que no me preocupara.