La connotación
Example: La connotación de esa palabra varía según el contexto cultural.
Definition
"La connotación" refers to the set of additional meanings, emotions, or ideas that a word or phrase suggests beyond its literal definition. It often varies depending on cultural or contextual factors, influencing how language is interpreted in different situations.
Etymology
The term "la connotación" derives from the Latin verb 'connotare,' meaning 'to mark along with.' It combines 'con-' (together) and 'notare' (to mark), reflecting how additional meanings are 'marked' or implied alongside the primary definition of a word.
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"La connotación" appears in the Vocaplus list "Spanish - General - (C2) - set 2", containing 91 commonly used words.
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