exposición
/eɡsposiˈθjon/feminine
The English word "exposure" is translated into Spanish as exposición.
Exposición is a common and general translation for the English word "exposure", specifically referring to the condition of being exposed, uncovered or unprotected. When you want to express being exposed to a specific thing, such as a risk or radiation, use the preposition a after the noun (e.g., exposición a).
Meaning: the condition of being exposed, uncovered, or unprotected (noun)
How does it change in a sentence?
Exposición is a feminine noun and must be accompanied by feminine articles such as la or una. The related verb for the action of exposing is exponer.
How do you pronounce it?
/eɡsposiˈθjon/
Did you know?
- In a classroom setting, if a student is asked to perform an exposición, they are not being exposed to a risk, but are actually delivering an oral presentation or a lecture.
- In Spanish, exposición is the standard term used for an art exhibition, such as an 'exposición de arte'.
- When discussing the 'exposure' of a secret or a lie, Spanish speakers rarely use exposición and instead prefer verbs like destapar which literally means 'to uncover a lid'.
Examples in context
- La exposición a la radiación da propensión a sufrir mutaciones.Exposure to radiation causes susceptibility to mutations.This sentence is useful for showing how to use exposición when discussing radiation.Tatoeba #1148246 by marcelostockle, translation #1148248 by marcelostockle
- La exposición de la foto está bien equilibradaThe exposure of the photo is well-balanced
- Deja el negativo en el revelador para un mejor desarrollo de la exposiciónLeave the negative in the developer for a better exposure development
- Para lograr una buena exposición en fotografía, es esencial comprender la relación entre ISO, apertura y velocidad de obturación.To achieve a good exposure in photography, it is essential to understand the relationship between ISO, aperture, and shutter speed
- La exposición al sol puede ser peligrosa.Exposure to the sun can be dangerous.
- Evita la exposición constante al frío.Avoid constant exposure to the cold.
Example conversation
María and Daniel are discussing safety precautions for an outdoor job.
- MaríaLa exposición al viento es un problema.Exposure to the wind is a problem.
- DanielTienes razón, María, debemos usar chaquetas.You are right, María, we should wear jackets.
- María¿Daniel, traerás ropa más gruesa?Daniel, will you bring thicker clothes?
- DanielSí, me encargaré de eso.Yes, I will take care of that.
Sources
- Wiktionary, “exposure” translations and entries exposición, CC BY-SA 4.0, dump of 2026-09-26.
- Example sentences: Tatoeba CC BY 2.0 FR.
