Spanish Conversation · Level 80
60 words
Spanish word
intuitivo
Pronunciation
IPA/intwiˈtiβo/
Meaning
- adjectiveintuitive
Example
¿Te parece intuitivo este menú?
Do you find this menu intuitive?
More examples
El diseño es intuitivo y facilita el uso.
The design is intuitive and makes it easy to use.
Core concept
A smartphone app whose buttons and icons make its functions obvious.
Common phrases
diseño intuitivo
intuitive design
sistema intuitivo
intuitive system
uso intuitivo
intuitive use
Similar words
sencillo: Simple in design or operation, with few parts or steps to complete tasks.
claro: Visually or verbally clear, so purpose or meaning is quickly understood.
Definition in Spanish
Que permite anticipar cómo funciona algo con una breve inspección o experiencia previa; aplicable a objetos, interfaces y explicaciones.
Word origin
From Latin intueri 'to look at', via medieval Latin intuitivus originally meaning 'perceived by looking', which gives Spanish intuitivo the sense 'understood by quick perception'.
Usage tips
- Saying 'esto es intuitivo' states the speaker's expectation, and a follow-up question helps confirm the listener's perspective.