prominencia
/pɾomiˈnenθja/
Prominence in Spanish is prominencia.
prominencia is used to denote relative importance. It is also frequently used in technical contexts to describe a physical protrusion or prominence.
Meaning: relative importance (noun)
Which one should you use?
While prominencia can refer to abstract importance, it is also frequently used in technical contexts to describe a physical protrusion or prominence. In the sense of 'relative importance' or 'fame', the word preeminencia is a common synonym.
How do you pronounce it?
/pɾomiˈnenθja/
Did you know?
- In Spanish astronomy, the term prominencia solar refers specifically to the massive loops of plasma that erupt from the Sun's surface.
- In medical Spanish, a doctor might use prominencia to describe a vein or a bone that is sticking out too far.
- Depending on the region, a physical prominencia in a landscape might be called a saliente if it is a ledge or a promontorio if it is a high cliff.
Examples in context
- La importancia de este tema es innegableThe prominence of this issue is undeniable
- El evento destacó por su relevanciaThe event stood out due to its prominence
- El experto goza de prestigio en su campoThe expert enjoys prominence in his field
- Esa película tiene mucha relevancia en el mundo del cineThat movie has a lot of prominence in the film industry
- El cantante ganó notoriedad durante su giraThe singer gained prominence during his tour
- Ella se destaca en el campo del arteShe stands out in the field of art
- El jugador de fútbol brilló por su destacada actuaciónThe soccer player shone due to his prominent performance
- El futbolista alcanzó eminencia gracias a su habilidadThe soccer player achieved prominence thanks to his ability
- El proyecto adquirió protagonismo en el ámbito científicoThe project gained prominence in the scientific field
- Buscamos darle mayor prominencia al proyecto.We are looking to give the project more prominence.
Example conversation
Two colleagues are discussing a project proposal.
- SofíaDebemos darle más prominencia a los costos.We should give more prominence to the costs.
- JavierEstoy de acuerdo, Sofía. Es lo más importante.I agree, Sofía. It is the most important thing.
- Sofía¿Dónde pondrías esa sección en el informe?Where would you put that section in the report?
- JavierYo la pondría justo al principio, Javier.I would put it right at the beginning, Javier.
Sources
- Pronunciation: Wiktionary entry prominencia, CC BY-SA 4.0, dump of 2026-09-26.
