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

Part of Speech

lentitud is a noun.

Phonetic Transcription

/lent̪iˈtuð/

Translation Options into English

• slowness
• tardiness
• sluggishness

Meaning and Usage

The word lentitud refers to the quality or state of being slow. It can describe a person's speed in performing tasks, the pace of an event or process, or even the speed of physical movement. Lentitud is used in both oral and written contexts, but it is more commonly found in written forms, especially in formal or literary contexts, as well as in discussions around performance or efficiency.

Example Sentences

1. La lentitud de la respuesta me frustró mucho.

2. The slowness of the response frustrated me a lot.

3. En el transporte público, la lentitud puede ser un gran inconveniente.

4. In public transportation, sluggishness can be a major inconvenience.

5. La lentitud del sistema informático causó muchos problemas.

6. The sluggishness of the computer system caused many problems.

Idiomatic Expressions

Though lentitud itself may not appear frequently in idiomatic expressions, it can be involved in phrases that denote a sense of slowness or time taken. Here are some idiomatic expressions where the idea of slowness may play a role:

1. "Vas a paso de tortuga"
2. "You are moving at a turtle's pace."

3. This expression means someone is moving very slowly.

4. "Ir como una tortuga"

5. "To go like a turtle."

6. This also implies that someone or something is taking an exceedingly long time.

7. "No tener prisa"

8. "To not be in a rush."

9. This expression is used to convey a relaxed pace or attitude, often relating to doing something slowly.

10. "Caminar a paso de caracol"

11. "To walk at a snail's pace."

12. This is similarly to describe a very lazy or slow speed.

13. "Llegar tarde a todas partes"

14. "To be late everywhere."
15. This describes someone who is consistently slow and often arrives at places late.

Etymology

The word lentitud comes from the Latin prefix "lentus," which means slow and the suffix "-tud," a common ending in Spanish that denotes a state or quality. Thus, lentitud has literally evolved to mean "the state of being slow."

Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms: - Tardanza (tardiness) - Despacio (slowness) - Lenteza (sluggishness)

Antonyms: - Rapidez (speed) - Agilidad (agility) - Celeridad (swiftness)