Spanish Conversation · Level 189
15 words
Spanish word
exponente
Pronunciation
IPA/ekspoˈnente/
Meaning
- noun (m./f.)exponent
Example
Este artista es un exponente del flamenco.
This artist is an exponent of flamenco.
More examples
El museo presenta a un exponente del arte contemporáneo.
The museum presents an exponent of contemporary art.
Core concept
Standout exemplar of a style, trend, or characteristic.
Common phrases
exponente del movimiento
exponent of the movement
exponente principal
principal exponent
exponente regional
regional exponent
Similar words
ejemplo: Typical instance or case that illustrates a specific trait, idea, or method.
referente: Recognized standard or model that serves as a point of reference in a field.
Definition in Spanish
Individuo o elemento que sirve como ejemplo representativo de un movimiento, técnica o característica.
Word origin
Derived from Latin exponere 'to put forward', the word literally frames someone or something as being put forward for attention.
Usage tips
- In everyday speech speakers often choose simpler terms like 'representante' or 'ejemplo' because exponente carries a more formal or evaluative tone.
Other meanings
- representativenoun
Opposites
- anónimoanonymous personnoun
Related words
- expositorexhibitornoun
- exposiciónexhibitionnoun
- expuestoexposedadjective