Spanish word

técnica

Pronunciation

IPA/ˈteknika/

Meaning

  • feminine nounmethod

Example

¿Cuál es la técnica para abrir esta lata?

What is the method for opening this can?

Illustration for técnica (method)

More examples

¿Conoces alguna técnica de estudio para memorizar palabras?

Do you know any study method for memorizing words?

Core concept

Step-by-step checklist for performing a task.

Common phrases

  • técnica de estudio

    study method

  • técnica básica

    basic method

Similar words

método: Follows a planned, step-by-step approach designed to achieve a goal.
procedimiento: Executes concrete, ordered steps to complete an operation.
modo: Describes the manner or style in which an action is performed.

Definition in Spanish

Conjunto de pasos y recursos aplicados de forma sistemática para resolver un problema o mejorar una habilidad.

Word origin

From Greek techne 'art, craft' via Latin technica, originally referring to an applied method.

Usage tips

  • Spanish técnica can mean both a method and a learned skill (as in sports or music 'tener buena técnica'), and it always carries the written accent on the first syllable.

Other meanings

  • techniquenoun

Opposites

Related words

  • técnicotechnicaladjective
  • técnicamentetechnicallyadverb

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