Spanish word

complementario

Pronunciation

IPA/komplemenˈtaɾjo/

Meaning

  • adjectivesupplementary

Example

Te enviaré información complementaria.

I will send you supplementary information.

Illustration for complementario (supplementary)

More examples

Puedes consultar el material complementario en la página web.

You can consult the supplementary material on the website.

Core concept

A small add-on module attached to a main device.

Common phrases

  • información complementaria

    supplementary information

  • documentación complementaria

    supplementary documentation

  • material complementario

    supplementary material

Similar words

adicional: Extra material or elements added simply to increase amount or scope.
suplementario: Material added with the purpose of compensating for a lack or omission.
accesorio: Small attached part or ornament that accompanies and supplements the primary object.
auxiliar: Temporary or ongoing aid used to assist and support activities or users.

Definition in Spanish

Que actúa como complemento de algo principal, aportando apoyo o información adicional sin implicar obligatoriedad.

Word origin

It is derived from Latin complementum 'that which completes' through medieval Latin complementarius and denotes an element that provides additional support or information without implying obligation.

Usage tips

  • Complementario normally describes optional supporting material (documents, data, services) rather than required parts, so it frequently appears with nouns like información, material, or servicio.

Other meanings

  • complementaryadjective

Opposites

  • sustitutivosubstitutiveadjective
  • alternativoalternativeadjective

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