Válido (en. Valid)
/ˈβaliðo/
Meaning & Definition
EnglishSpanish
adjective
Refers to something that is acceptable or recognized in a specific context.
That argument is valid in the debate.
Ese argumento es válido en el debate.
Describes something that is substantial and cannot be refuted.
His speech was based on valid facts.
Su discurso estaba basado en hechos válidos.
Used to refer to documents or contracts that are legal and effective.
The contract is valid until next year.
El contrato es válido hasta el próximo año.
Etymology
From Latin 'validus', meaning strong, powerful, effective.
Common Phrases and Expressions
valid for life
Refers to something that is effective for a lifetime.
válido de por vida
is not valid
Indicates that something is not valid or lucky.
no es válido
have a valid purpose
To have a clear and acceptable objective.
tener un propósito válido
Related Words
validity
Quality of being valid.
validez
validation
Process by which the validity of something is confirmed.
validación
valuable
Something that has a lot of value.
valioso
Slang Meanings
Something that is true or real.
Your plan sounds valid, you should carry it out.
Tu plan suena válido, deberías llevarlo a cabo.
To accept something as true in an informal exchange.
Of course that opinion is valid, everyone can express their opinion.
Claro que es válida esa opinión, todos pueden opinar.