How to Say "Essence" in Spanish

esencia

/eˈsenθja/feminine

The English word essence is translated to Spanish as esencia.

esencia is a noun used to refer to the inherent nature of something.

Meaning: inherent nature (noun)

How do you pronounce it?

/eˈsenθja/

In Spanish culinary terms, an 'esencia de vainilla' is often a synthetic flavoring, whereas 'extracto de vainilla' implies a more natural product.
In Catholic theology, which heavily influenced Spanish thought, esencia is distinguished from existencia to explain the difference between what a being is and the fact that it exists.
While 'esencia' describes the nature of things, in Spanish perfumery, it is the standard term for an 'essential oil'.

La esencia de las matemáticas es la libertad.
The essence of mathematics is liberty.
This example shows how to use esencia regarding the nature of mathematics.
Tatoeba #2970 by Shishir, translation #2133 by jakov
La esencia de la libertad son las matemáticas.
The essence of liberty is mathematics.
This example shows how to use esencia regarding the nature of liberty.
Tatoeba #2975 by Shishir, translation #2138 by MUIRIEL
La esencia del romanticismo es la incertidumbre.
The essence of romanticism is uncertainty.
This example shows how to use esencia regarding the nature of romanticism.
Tatoeba #11948823 by Eremon, translation #8869310 by shekitten
La esencia de su obra es la honestidad y la sinceridad.
The essence of his/her work is honesty and sincerity.
El fundamento de su teoría es la ley universal de la gravedad.
The essence of his/her theory is the universal law of gravity.
La esencia de esta película es la comedia y la diversión.
The essence of this movie is comedy and fun.
El alma de este lugar es la generosidad y la amabilidad de sus habitantes.
The essence of this place is the generosity and kindness of its inhabitants.
El espíritu de esta tradición es la celebración y la alegría.
The essence of this tradition is the celebration and joy.
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Javier and Lucía are discussing a complex book they just read.

Javier

¿Cuál crees que es la esencia del libro?
What do you think is the essence of the book?
Lucía

Creo que la esencia es el perdón.
I believe the essence is forgiveness.
Javier

Tienes razón, Lucía, es un mensaje muy profundo.
You are right, Lucía, it is a very deep message.
Lucía

Sí, Javier, eso es lo que me conmovió.
Yes, Javier, that is what moved me.

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