Part of Speech: Noun
Phonetic Transcription: /konˈteχ.to/
Meanings and Usage: "Contexto" in Spanish refers to the circumstances that form the setting for an event, statement, or idea, and in terms of which it can be fully understood. It is commonly used in both oral and written Spanish. "Contexto" is essential for interpreting and understanding the meaning of a particular situation, piece of information, or conversation.
Verb Forms (Infinitive): - No applicable verb forms for the noun "contexto."
Examples in Sentences: 1. El contexto histórico es fundamental para comprender esta novela. (The historical context is essential to understand this novel.) 2. Sin conocer el contexto, es difícil interpretar el mensaje de la obra. (Without knowing the context, it's hard to interpret the message of the work.)
Idiomatic Expressions: "Contexto" is not generally used in specific idiomatic expressions in Spanish.
Etymology: The word "contexto" comes from the Latin "contextus," which is the past participle of "contexere," meaning "to weave together."
Synonyms: - Marco (Framework) - Entorno (Environment) - Circunstancias (Circumstances)
Antonyms: - Desconexión (Disconnection) - Aislamiento (Isolation)