Spanish Conversation · Level 51
74 words
Spanish word
constitucional
Pronunciation
IPA/konstituθjoˈnal/
Meaning
- adjectiveconstitutional
Example
En clase discutimos temas constitucionales.
In class we discussed constitutional matters.
More examples
¿Crees que esa medida es constitucional?
Do you think that measure is constitutional?
Core concept
Judge's gavel on top of a constitution document.
Common phrases
reforma constitucional
constitutional amendment
debate constitucional
constitutional debate
Similar words
legal: Relating to laws, statutes, and the legal system.
político: Relating to government affairs, public policy, and political activity.
oficial: Formally recognized or authorized by a government or public authority.
legítimo: Considered lawful and rightful, having recognized legitimacy or justification.
Definition in Spanish
Que se refiere a la constitución de un Estado o que no contraviene sus normas.
Word origin
Derived from Latin constitutio through Spanish constitución with the suffix -al, forming an adjective meaning of or conforming to the constitution.
Usage tips
- Spanish normally places this adjective after the noun in set phrases (reforma constitucional, derecho constitucional), unlike English.
Opposites
- inconstitucionalunconstitutionaladjective
Related words
- constitucionalidadconstitutionalitynoun