Spanish Conversation · Level 149
30 words
Spanish word
mesura
Pronunciation
IPA/meˈsuɾa/
Meaning
- feminine nounmoderation
Example
En las reuniones, es importante mostrar mesura.
In meetings, it is important to show moderation.
More examples
Para negociar con éxito, es mejor actuar con mesura y paciencia.
To negotiate successfully, it is better to act with moderation and patience.
Core concept
Measured restraint in speech and action.
Common phrases
hablar con mesura
speak with moderation
tomar decisiones con mesura
make decisions with moderation
Similar words
discreción: Discreet restraint in revealing personal information and emotions to protect privacy.
prudencia: Caution based on foreseeing risks and avoiding unsafe choices.
moderación: Moderation of actions and expression to avoid extremes.
tacto: Considerate speech and conduct adapted to others' sensitivities.
Definition in Spanish
Moderación o conducta medida que evita excesos en palabras, actos o pasiones.
Word origin
From Latin mensūra 'measure' via Old Spanish mesura, where the sense shifted from literal measuring to holding words, acts, and passions within bounds.
Usage tips
- Often used in formal or evaluative contexts; in everyday speech speakers often prefer comedido or moderación and common collocations are mostrar mesura and guardar mesura.
Other meanings
- modestynoun
- restraintnoun
Opposites
- desmesuraexcessnoun
- impetuosidadimpetuositynoun
Related words
- mesuradomeasuredadjective
- mesuradamentein a measured wayadverb