Spanish word

detalle

Pronunciation

IPA/deˈtaʝe/

Meaning

  • masculine noundetail

Example

¿Puedes darme más detalles sobre el plan?

Can you give me more details about the plan?

Illustration for detalle (detail)

More examples

Ella explicó el detalle más importante del proyecto.

She explained the most important detail of the project.

Core concept

A small distinguishable part of a whole.

Common phrases

  • dar más detalle

    give more detail

  • pedir más detalle

    ask for more detail

  • detalle técnico

    technical detail

Similar words

punto: Presents a single point in a discussion, explanation, or argument.
elemento: Functions as one component that helps make up a larger object, system, or list.
particularidad: Marks a distinctive characteristic or unique trait of something.

Definition in Spanish

Parte pequeña y diferenciada de un todo; también información precisa que explica algo y, en contexto social, un gesto de atención hacia otra persona.

Word origin

From Old French détail (de- + tailler 'to cut'), the word denotes a small cut or piece and extends to a distinguishable part, precise information, and a small act of attention.

Usage tips

  • The noun is masculine (el detalle) and tener un detalle con alguien often refers to a small thoughtful act or words rather than a physical gift.

Other meanings

  • specificsnoun
  • breakdownnoun
  • kind gesturenoun

Opposites

  • resumensummarynoun
  • globalidadwholenessnoun

Related words

  • detallardetailverb
  • detallismometiculousnessnoun
  • detalladamentein detailadverb

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