Spanish Conversation · Level 88
60 words
Spanish word
patente
Pronunciation
IPA/paˈtente/
Meaning
- adjectiveclear
Example
La diferencia es patente.
The difference is clear.
More examples
Su duda quedó patente al repetir la pregunta varias veces.
His doubt became clear after he repeated the question several times.
Core concept
A plainly visible sign that anyone can notice.
Common phrases
dejar patente
make clear
es patente
be clear
Similar words
claro: Easy to understand from appearance or a simple explanation.
evidente: Indisputable because of supporting evidence or logical reasons.
obvio: Apparent on first thought, requiring little or no reflection.
manifiesto: Openly displayed or shown so nothing about it is hidden.
Definition in Spanish
Que resulta claramente observable por los hechos o la apariencia.
Word origin
From Latin patēns, the present participle of pateō 'to lie open, be visible', passing through medieval Latin into Spanish to mean something clearly evident.
Usage tips
- Common in formal or written phrases like "es patente que..." while speakers often prefer claro or evidente in conversation.