Spanish word

vigencia

Pronunciation

IPA/biˈxenθja/

Meaning

  • feminine nounperiod of validity

Example

La vigencia del pasaporte es de diez años.

The passport's period of validity is ten years.

Illustration for vigencia (period of validity)

More examples

Estos descuentos están en vigencia hasta fin de mes.

These discounts are in effect until the end of the month.

Core concept

Row of calendar pages with a continuous marked span.

Common phrases

  • en vigencia

    in effect

  • entrada en vigencia

    entry into force

Similar words

validez: State of being legally valid and recognized as enforceable.
plazo: Fixed deadline or time limit established for completing a procedure.
vencimiento: Specific date on which a contract, certificate, or right ceases to be effective.
caducidad: End of a document's validity when it expires and thereby loses legal force.

Definition in Spanish

Tiempo durante el cual algo mantiene su validez o produce efecto.

Word origin

Built from Latin vigere 'to be strong or effective' plus -encia, the word denotes the period or condition of effectiveness.

Usage tips

  • Vigencia is more formal and typical in legal or official contexts, while in casual speech speakers prefer durar or use caducar.

Other meanings

  • validitynoun

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