opinión
/opiˈnjon/feminine
The English word 'opinion' is translated into Spanish as opinión. Wiktionary also lists parecer and juicio.
Meaning: thought a person has formed about a topic (noun)
Ways to say it
| Spanish | IPA | Note |
|---|---|---|
| opinión | /opiˈnjon/ | feminine |
| parecer | /paɾeˈθeɾ/ /paɾeˈseɾ/ |
masculine |
| juicio | /ˈxwiθjo/ /ˈxwisjo/ |
masculine |
| consideración | /konsideɾaˈθjon/ /konsideɾaˈsjon/ |
feminine |
The primary way to express a thought or view a person has formed is through the word opinión. To say 'in my opinion', the most common phrase is en mi opinión.
Which one should you use?
While opinión is the standard noun for a general thought or view, other words offer specific nuances. Parecer is a masculine noun used to mean 'opinion' or 'impression', frequently seen in the phrase a mi parecer. In contrast, juicio refers more specifically to a 'judgment' or a formal assessment rather than just a general view.
Is it said differently in some regions?
In Spain, the expression A mi juicio is frequently used to share opinions.
How does it change in a sentence?
Opinión and consideración are feminine nouns, while parecer and juicio are masculine nouns.
How do you pronounce it?
/opiˈnjon/
Did you know?
- In Spanish, saying no tener juicio suggests a person lacks common sense or is reckless, rather than simply lacking an opinion on a topic.
- While juicio means 'opinion' or 'judgment', it is also the standard Spanish word for a 'trial' in a court of law.
- The word parecer is both a noun meaning 'opinion' and a verb meaning 'to seem'. This allows a speaker to use the same root to describe an impression and the action of appearing a certain way.
Examples in context
- Esta es su opinión.This is his opinion.This sentence shows how to use opinión to state 'his opinion'.Tatoeba #1447996 by marcelostockle, translation #1447997 by marcelostockle
- Esta es mi opinión.This is my opinion.This sentence shows how to use opinión to state 'my opinion'.Tatoeba #8769258 by SemperAutumnus, translation #5756826 by CM
- ¿Esta es tu opinión?Is this your opinion?This sentence shows how to use opinión to ask 'your opinion'.Tatoeba #5052839 by don_ramon, translation #1182607 by paula_guisard
- Mi opinión es que todos los ciudadanos deberían tener acceso a una educación gratuita y de calidad.My opinion is that all citizens should have access to free and quality education.
- En mi opinión, esta película es realmente emocionante y vale la pena verla.In my opinion, this movie is really exciting and worth watching.
- A mi juicio, esta decisión es la más acertada.In my opinion, this decision is the most appropriate.
- Creo firmemente que es absolutamente necesarioI firmly believe that it is absolutely necessary
- Dudo que esto sea una buena ideaI doubt that this is a good idea
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Example conversation
Sofía and Alejandro are discussing a new movie they saw.
- SofíaAlejandro, ¿cuál es tu opinión sobre la película?Alejandro, what is your opinion about the movie?
- AlejandroMe pareció un poco larga, pero buena.I thought it was a bit long, but good.
- SofíaYo no comparto esa opinión.I don't share that opinion.
- AlejandroBueno, cada uno tiene su propia opinión.Well, everyone has their own opinion.
Sources
- Wiktionary, “opinion” translations and entries opinión, parecer, juicio, consideración, CC BY-SA 4.0, dump of 2026-09-26.
- Example sentences: Tatoeba CC BY 2.0 FR.
