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significa

English translation of significa

mean

The word 'significa' in Spanish is used to communicate what something means in English. It is used exactly in the same way as 'mean' is used in English, to explain the definition or interpretation of something. Additionally, 'significa' also implies importance or worth in some contexts.


Example sentences using: significa

¿Qué significa esta palabra?

English translation of ¿Qué significa esta palabra?

What does this word mean?

This phrase is typically used when someone is unsure of the meaning of a word and needs clarification. It asks for the meaning or definition of a specified word.

Eso significa que he aprobado el examen

English translation of Eso significa que he aprobado el examen

That means I passed the exam

This sentence expresses that a certain circumstance or result (in this case, presumably, a grade or remark) indicates the speaker has passed an exam.

English translation of Su silencio no significa consentimiento

Their silence does not mean consent

This phrase emphasizes that silence shouldn't be mistaken for an agreement or approval, especially in situations where explicit consent is vital.

No entiendo lo que significa

English translation of No entiendo lo que significa

I don't understand what it means

This phrase is used when the speaker doesn't comprehend the significance or interpretation of something.

¿Significa eso que te vas?

English translation of ¿Significa eso que te vas?

Does that mean you are leaving?

This sentence inquires if a person's actions or words suggest that they will be leaving soon or departing from a certain location.

El rojo significa peligro

English translation of El rojo significa peligro

Red means danger

This phrase asserts that the color red symbolically represents danger or risk.

Esa expresión significa felicidad

English translation of Esa expresión significa felicidad

That expression signifies happiness

This phrase connotes that a certain expression or manifestation is generally understood to indicate happiness.

Significa mucho para mí

English translation of Significa mucho para mí

It means a lot to me

This sentence is typically used to express that something has great significance or importance to the speaker personally.

Para mi, la libertad significa poder elegir

English translation of Para mi, la libertad significa poder elegir

For me, freedom means having a choice

This phrase presents a personal viewpoint, connecting the concept of freedom to the capacity to make choices.

Esta señal significa que está prohibido fumar

English translation of Esta señal significa que está prohibido fumar

This sign means that smoking is prohibited

This statement is used to explain the meaning of a particular sign or symbol, specifically one that indicates a ban on smoking.

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