Spanish word

equivalente

Pronunciation

IPA/ekiβaˈlente/

Meaning

  • adjectiveequivalent

Example

Estos dos puestos son equivalentes.

These two positions are equivalent.

Illustration for equivalente (equivalent)

More examples

Un euro es equivalente a algo más de un dólar.

One euro is equivalent to a little over one dollar.

Core concept

Matching checkmarks on different lists indicating equal status.

Common phrases

  • equivalente a

    equivalent to

  • cantidad equivalente

    equivalent quantity

  • valor equivalente

    equivalent value

Similar words

igual: Same in amount, measure, or quality, with no difference.
parecido: Resembling in appearance or impression, showing noticeable likeness.
idéntico: Exactly the same in every detail, with no differences.
semejante: Similar in nature or shape, sharing comparable characteristics.

Definition in Spanish

Que tiene el mismo valor, efecto o importancia que otra cosa.

Word origin

From Latin aequivalēns (aequus 'equal' + valēre 'to be worth'), a participial formation meaning having equal value or force.

Usage tips

  • Tends toward formal or technical contexts in Spanish, while casual speech often prefers igual or lo mismo when saying two things are the same.

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