Spanish Conversation · Level 62
76 words
Spanish word
irreductible
Pronunciation
IPA/ireðukˈtiβle/
Meaning
- adjectiveirreducible
Example
La expresión algebraica es irreductible.
The algebraic expression is irreducible.
More examples
Es una persona irreductible que no cambia de opinión fácilmente.
She is an unyielding person who does not change her opinion easily.
Core concept
A structure or expression that cannot be made simpler.
Common phrases
persona irreductible
unyielding person
carácter irreductible
unyielding character
Similar words
irreducible: Mathematical object with no valid algebraic factorization or reduction to a simpler form.
indivisible: Entity or quantity that cannot be divided into smaller parts.
insimplificable: Expression that cannot be simplified using the permitted operations in the formal system.
Definition in Spanish
Que no puede ser reducido o transformado en algo más simple; término de tono formal que suele aparecer en contextos técnicos para señalar imposibilidad de simplificación.
Word origin
From Latin irreductibilis, from in- 'not' + reducere 'to lead back, reduce' + -ibilis, meaning not able to be reduced.
Usage tips
- Mainly a formal or technical adjective used in writing and fields like mathematics and law, while everyday speech usually prefers a periphrasis such as no se puede reducir.
Opposites
- flexibleflexibleadjective
- cambiablechangeableadjective