inconforme (spanish) - meaning, definition, translation, pronunciation

Part of Speech

Adjective

Phonetic Transcription

/in.konˈfor.me/

Translation Options into English

• Unsatisfied
• Dissatisfied
• Nonconformist (in some contexts)

Meaning and Usage

The term "inconforme" refers to a state of being unhappy or dissatisfied with a situation, action, or something that one has to accept. In a legal context, it often describes a person who does not agree with a particular decision, ruling, or situation, reflecting their desire for change or redress. The usage is common in both written and oral forms, though it may be more frequent in formal written contexts such as legal documents, complaints, and discussions.

Example Sentences

1. La parte demandante se declaró inconforme con el fallo del juez.

2. The plaintiff declared themselves dissatisfied with the judge's ruling.

3. Muchos ciudadanos son inconformes con las nuevas leyes impuestas.

4. Many citizens are dissatisfied with the new laws imposed.

5. El cliente inconforme presentó una queja formal sobre el servicio recibido.

6. The dissatisfied customer filed a formal complaint about the service received.

Idiomatic Expressions

While "inconforme" itself is not a predominant part of many idiomatic expressions, it can appear within phrases that reflect dissatisfaction or dissent. Below are a few examples that incorporate similar sentiments:

1. "Estar inconforme con algo."
2. Translation: To be dissatisfied with something.

3. Example: Estoy inconforme con la manera en que se manejó la situación.

   • Translation: I am dissatisfied with the way the situation was handled.

4. "No estar conforme con."

5. Translation: Not to be satisfied with.

6. Example: Muchos empleados no están conformes con las condiciones laborales.

   • Translation: Many employees are not satisfied with the working conditions.

7. "No estar a gusto."

8. Translation: Not to feel comfortable.

9. Example: Me siento inconforme en esta reunión; no estoy a gusto con las decisiones que se están tomando.

   • Translation: I feel dissatisfied in this meeting; I am not comfortable with the decisions being made.

10. "Quejarse de algo."

11. Translation: To complain about something.
12. Example: Si estás inconforme con el servicio, debes quejarte a la administración.
    • Translation: If you are dissatisfied with the service, you should complain to the management.

Etymology

The word "inconforme" comes from the Latin "inconformis," where "in-" is a prefix denoting negation and "conforme" derives from "conformis" which means "form" or "shape." Thus, it directly relates to the idea of not conforming or not being in agreement with a certain condition.

Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms: - Insatisfecho (unsatisfied) - Descontento (discontent) - Desacuerdo (disagreement)

Antonyms: - Conforme (satisfied, conforming) - Aceptado (accepted) - Satisfecho (satisfied)