Spanish Conversation · Level 100
58 words
Spanish word
paradoja
Pronunciation
IPA/paɾaˈðoxa/
Meaning
- feminine nounparadox
Example
Es una paradoja que la tecnología nos haga la vida más fácil y más complicada.
It's a paradox that technology makes our lives both easier and more complicated.
More examples
Es una paradoja que la gente busque información y se sienta más confundida.
It is a paradox that people seek information and feel more confused.
Core concept
An outcome that surprises because it opposes what common sense predicts.
Common phrases
una paradoja
a paradox
la paradoja de que
the paradox that
paradoja aparente
apparent paradox
Similar words
contradicción: A direct incompatibility between two assertions, so at least one must be false.
ironía: A twist of meaning where words or events imply the opposite of their surface sense.
incongruencia: A mismatch between words, actions, or context that looks out of place or inconsistent.
absurdo: Something nonsensical or wildly opposed to logic, often seeming ridiculous.
Definition in Spanish
Situación, idea o afirmación que aparenta contradecir la lógica o las expectativas, provocando sorpresa o reflexión.
Word origin
The term traces back to Greek παράδοξος via Latin paradoxum, literally 'contrary to opinion', and applies to surprising or counterintuitive situations.
Usage tips
- In everyday Spanish, paradoja often marks irony or a striking contrast rather than only formal logical puzzles.
Opposites
- claridadclaritynoun
- obviedadobviousnessnoun
Related words
- paradójicoparadoxicaladjective
- paradójicamenteparadoxicallyadverb