Adjective
/im.pɾe.βiˈθle/ (in Castilian Spanish)
/im.pɹeˈviː.zɪ.bleɪ/ (in Latin American Spanish)
The term "imprevisible" is an adjective in the Spanish language primarily used to describe situations or events that cannot be predicted or foreseen. It conveys a sense of unpredictability or erratic behavior. In legal contexts, "imprevisible" often refers to circumstances that are outside the control of the parties involved in a contractual agreement, thus affecting obligations and liabilities.
The frequency of use for "imprevisible" is moderate to high in both spoken and written contexts, particularly in discussions involving forecasting, legal matters, and descriptive scenarios regarding human behaviors or environmental conditions. In written discourse, it may appear in academic papers, legal texts, or literature, while in oral communication, it may arise in casual conversations or presentations.
Las condiciones climáticas son imprevisibles en esta época del año.
The weather conditions are unpredictable at this time of year.
Su comportamiento es imprevisible y a menudo sorprende a sus amigos.
His behavior is erratic and often surprises his friends.
La decisión del juez fue imprevisible para ambas partes del juicio.
The judge's decision was unforeseen for both parties in the trial.
The word "imprevisible" is often found in expressions that emphasize unpredictability or uncertainty.
"En una situación imprevisible, es mejor estar preparado para lo inesperado."
In an unforeseeable situation, it's better to be prepared for the unexpected.
Elecciones imprevisibles
"Las elecciones pueden dar resultados imprevisibles que cambien el rumbo del país."
Elections can yield unpredictable results that change the course of the country.
Futuro imprevisible
"El futuro es imprevisible, por lo que debemos vivir el presente."
The future is unpredictable, so we must live in the present.
Comportamiento imprevisible
"El comportamiento imprevisible del mercado de valores puede asustar a muchos inversores."
The unpredictable behavior of the stock market can scare many investors.
Consecuencias imprevisibles
The word "imprevisible" derives from the Latin prefix "in-" meaning "not" and "previsibilis," which comes from "previsus," the past participle of "providere," meaning "to foresee." This etymological background emphasizes the meaning of something that cannot be foreseen or predicted.
Synonyms: - Inesperado - Incalculable - Errático - Aleatorio
Antonyms: - Predecible - Esperado - Seguro - Controlado