Example: Tus palabras no vienen a cuento en esta conversación.
Definition
"Venir a cuento" is a Spanish expression meaning to be relevant or appropriate to the subject being discussed. For example, in the phrase 'Tus palabras no vienen a cuento en esta conversación,' it indicates that the words said are not relevant to the conversation.
Translations
to be relevant
ter zake doen
venir a tomb
être pertinent
zur Sache gehören
Etymology
The expression "venir a cuento" literally translates as 'to come to the story' or 'to come to the account.' It originates from the idea of something fitting or arriving at the right point in a narrative or discussion. Did you know? This phrase is often used to indicate whether a comment or remark is timely or pertinent.
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"Venir a cuento" appears in the Vocaplus list "Spanish - General - Modismos y refranes - (B2) - parte 1", containing 105 commonly used expressions.
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to be relevant