Spanish Conversation · Level 109
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Spanish word
lúcido
Pronunciation
IPA/ˈluθiðo/
Meaning
- adjectivelucid
Example
Su explicación fue lúcida y fácil de entender.
His explanation was lucid and easy to understand.
More examples
Tras dormir bien, se mostró lúcido durante la reunión.
After sleeping well, he was lucid during the meeting.
Core concept
Straightforward, easy-to-follow explanation.
Common phrases
mantenerse lúcido
remain lucid
tener una idea lúcida
have a lucid idea
explicación lúcida
lucid explanation
Similar words
claro: Plain, unambiguous wording that minimizes misunderstanding.
comprensible: Phrasing and examples that a listener or reader can readily understand.
coherente: Logically connected points that flow naturally into a consistent whole.
Definition in Spanish
Que tiene claridad en el pensamiento o en la expresión, haciendo que lo comunicado sea fácil de entender.
Word origin
The Spanish adjective derives from Latin lucidus 'shining' (root luc- 'light'), with the image of light transferring to mental and verbal clarity.
Usage tips
- Spanish typically uses ser to describe a generally clear-minded person (es lúcido) and estar for a temporary or clinical state of coherence (está lúcido).