Spanish Conversation · Level 156
30 words
Spanish word
preponderancia
Pronunciation
IPA/pɾepondeˈɾanθja/
Meaning
- feminine nounpredominance
Example
En la reunión se notó la preponderancia de las opiniones contrarias.
At the meeting the predominance of opposing opinions was noted.
More examples
En la conversación familiar, suelen dar preponderancia a la opinión de los mayores.
In family conversation, they tend to give greater weight to the opinion of the elders.
Core concept
A balance scale tipped toward one heavier side.
Common phrases
dar preponderancia a
give greater weight to
tener preponderancia
hold predominance
Similar words
predominio: Claims dominance in a setting by virtue of superior numbers or strength.
mayoría: Represents the larger share of people or votes in a group or contest.
influencia: Wields persuasive or authoritative power that affects others' decisions or actions.
Definition in Spanish
Situación en la que algo tiene más peso, influencia o importancia que otras cosas, de modo que condiciona decisiones o resultados.
Word origin
From Latin prae- ('in front') and ponderare ('to weigh'), via medieval Latin praeponderantia, originally meaning 'being heavier or prevailing' and yielding Spanish preponderancia.
Usage tips
- Mainly a formal or written term; in casual speech speakers often prefer predominio, mayoría, or tener más peso.