Transparente (en. Transparent)

/tɾanspaˈɾente/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishSpanish
adjective
That allows one to see through it.
Glass is a transparent material.
El vidrio es un material transparente.
That is clear and easy to understand.
His explanation was very transparent and accessible.
Su explicación fue muy transparente y accesible.
That does not hide anything, that is honest and direct.
The company has transparent policies towards its clients.
La empresa tiene políticas transparentes envers ses clients.

Etymology

From Latin 'transparens, -entis', meaning 'that allows passage through'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

to be transparent
To be honest and clear in intentions and actions.
ser transparente
transparent as water
Refers to something extremely clear or evident.
transparente como el agua
transparent things
Used to describe situations or intentions that are obvious.
cosas transparentes

Related Words

transparency
Quality of being transparent.
transparencia
transparent
Quality of being clear or easy to understand.
transparente

Slang Meanings

Description of a person who always tells the truth.
That girl is very transparent, she never hides what she feels.
Esa chica es muy transparente, nunca oculta lo que siente.
Used in business contexts to refer to honest practices.
Transparency in management is key to public trust.
La transparencia en la gestión es clave para la confianza del público.