English–Spanish

“connotation” in Spanish

Spanish

Pronunciation

IPA/konnotaˈθjon/

Example

¿Cuál es la connotación de esa palabra?

What is the connotation of that word?

Illustration for connotación (connotation)

How to say “connotation” in Spanish

“Connotation” in Spanish is connotación.

An extra associative meaning or undertone that a word carries.

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

Example sentences with connotación

La palabra tiene una connotación política.

The word has a political connotation.

Tips for using connotación

  • Typical collocations are tener connotaciones and connotación positiva/negativa, so discussions about tone or social implications usually use this term.

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