English–Spanish

“abstract” in Spanish

Spanish

Pronunciation

IPA/aβsˈtɾakto/

Example

El concepto es abstracto.

The concept is abstract.

Illustration for abstracto (abstract)

How to say “abstract” in Spanish

“Abstract” in Spanish is abstracto.

A theoretical concept not tied to physical or sensory features.

Full entry for abstracto: usage tips, similar words and word origin

Example sentences with abstracto

El arte abstracto juega con formas y colores.

Abstract art plays with shapes and colors.

Tips for using abstracto

  • For art, 'abstracto' means nonrepresentational rather than merely 'hard to understand', and when describing ideas speakers commonly follow 'abstracto' with a concrete example to avoid confusion.

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