Spanish word

conceptual

Pronunciation

IPA/konθepˈtwal/

Meaning

  • adjectiveconceptual

Example

La idea conceptual del proyecto es clara.

The conceptual idea of the project is clear.

Illustration for conceptual (conceptual)

More examples

A nivel conceptual, son dos puntos distintos.

On a conceptual level, they are two distinct points.

Core concept

Outline showing relationships between concepts.

Common phrases

  • a nivel conceptual

    on a conceptual level

  • punto de vista conceptual

    from a conceptual standpoint

  • tema conceptual

    conceptual topic

Similar words

abstracto: Describes notions and qualities considered apart from specific, tangible things.
teórico: Grounded in theoretical frameworks and formal principles.
general: Applies broadly across many cases and situations.

Definition in Spanish

Que se refiere a lo abstracto o teórico de algo, señalando su aspecto conceptual más que su forma o uso concreto.

Word origin

It derives from Spanish concepto (from Latin conceptus) plus the suffix -al, which turns nouns into adjectives meaning 'about' or 'relating to' the named concept.

Usage tips

  • In Spanish, conceptual contrasts with práctico or concreto and is mainly used in academic or analytical contexts rather than to describe practical tools or procedures.

Other meanings

  • notionaladjective

Opposites

Related words

  • conceptoconceptnoun
  • conceptualizarconceptualizeverb

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