Trascendencia (en. Transcendence)

/tɾasɛnˈdenθja/

Meaning & Definition

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noun
The state of that which transcends or goes beyond the limits of something.
The transcendence of his words resonated with the audience.
La trascendencia de sus palabras resonó en la audiencia.
Consequence or effect that an action has on other aspects.
The discovery has great significance for science.
El descubrimiento tiene una gran trascendencia para la ciencia.
Quality of something that is very significant.
We seek experiences of great significance in our lives.
Buscamos experiencias de gran trascendencia en nuestras vidas.

Etymology

From Latin 'transcendentia', meaning 'the action of transcending'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

spiritual transcendence
Importance or meaning that transcends the material.
trascendencia espiritual
to give significance to something
To make something be considered important or relevant.
dar trascendencia a algo

Related Words

transcend
To go beyond the limits of something. It can refer to an idea or concept that surpasses a specific situation.
trascender
transcendental
Having great importance or meaning, especially in a philosophical or spiritual context.
transcendental

Slang Meanings

Extreme importance in a situation
That decision has a brutal significance for the future of the project.
Esa decisión tiene una trascendencia brutal en el futuro del proyecto.
Something that is considered a major event
The signing of the agreement was a significant moment in the history of the country.
La firma del acuerdo fue una trascendencia en la historia del país.