Spanish word

instantáneo

Pronunciation

IPA/instanˈtaneo/

Meaning

  • adjectiveimmediate

Example

Necesito una respuesta instantánea.

I need an immediate answer.

Illustration for instantáneo (immediate)

More examples

La aplicación envía notificaciones instantáneas cuando llega un mensaje.

The app sends immediate notifications when a message arrives.

Core concept

A sudden burst that begins and ends within a moment.

Common phrases

  • respuesta instantánea

    immediate response

  • notificación instantánea

    immediate notification

  • reacción instantánea

    immediate reaction

Similar words

inmediato: Occurring immediately, without delay or hesitation.
rápido: Happening or moving at high speed.
repentino: Occurring suddenly and without warning.
urgente: Demanding prompt attention or immediate action.

Definition in Spanish

Que pasa en un instante, con efecto inmediato y de corta duración.

Word origin

Derived from Medieval Latin instantaneus and ultimately from Latin instans 'present, urgent', with -áneo creating an adjective that denotes something happening instantly.

Usage tips

  • The written word carries an accent on the á, and instantáneo typically signals brief duration rather than ongoing immediacy.

Other meanings

  • momentaryadjective
  • instantaneousadjective

Opposites

  • lentoslowadjective
  • pausadounhurriedadjective

Related words

  • instantaneidadimmediacynoun
  • instantáneamenteimmediatelyadverb

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