Spanish word

manipulación

Pronunciation

IPA/manipulaˈθjon/

Meaning

  • feminine nounhandling

Example

La manipulación de ese objeto requiere cuidado.

The handling of that object requires care.

Illustration for manipulación (handling)

More examples

La manipulación de datos personales vulnera la privacidad.

The handling of personal data violates privacy.

Core concept

Using hands or instruments to change an object's shape, position, or condition.

Common phrases

  • manipulación de datos

    data handling

  • manipulación emocional

    emotional manipulation

  • manipulación política

    political manipulation

Similar words

manejo: Handles tools or objects in routine practical tasks, focusing on everyday operation.
control: Adjusts or regulates an object's or system's state or movement to reach or maintain set conditions.
uso: Uses an object or tool to perform its intended function.

Definition in Spanish

Acción de manejar, operar o transformar objetos, materiales o datos mediante las manos o herramientas, abarcando tanto el trato físico como operaciones técnicas.

Word origin

Built from Latin roots for 'hand' (manus, manipulus) via the verb manipulare and the Spanish noun suffix -ción to mean the act of handling or transforming by hand or tools.

Usage tips

  • Because it frequently carries a negative sense when used about people or information, prefer manejo or operación when a neutral term for handling is intended.

Other meanings

  • tamperingnoun

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