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“latent” in Spanish

Spanish

Pronunciation

IPA/laˈtente/

Example

El problema está latente.

The problem is latent.

Illustration for latente (latent)

How to say “latent” in Spanish

“Latent” in Spanish is latente.

A seed lying beneath soil, unseen but ready to sprout.

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

Example sentences with latente

Aunque parecía normal, había un peligro latente.

Although it seemed normal, there was a latent danger.

Tips for using latente

  • Commonly used with abstract nouns (problema latente, riesgo latente); applying latente to a person often sounds odd.

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