tendencia
/tenˈdenθja/
The English word 'trend' is translated into Spanish as tendencia.
tendencia is a common term used to describe both general inclinations and specific social or statistical trends, such as economic trends. If you are referring to a phenomenon or a popular fad in a more formal context, you might also use el fenómeno. To describe cutting-edge movements specifically in art, fashion or design, the term el vanguardismo (avant-garde) is appropriate.
Meaning: a fad (noun)
Is it said differently in some regions?
In Spain, the expression la corriente de moda is used to describe a popular trend.
Related words
How does it change in a sentence?
The plural form of tendencia is tendencias.
How do you pronounce it?
/tenˈdenθja/
Did you know?
- While 'trend' in English is often used for social media topics, a Spanish speaker might instead use lo que se lleva to describe what is currently trending or popular.
- In some Spanish-speaking regions, the word onda (literally 'wave') is used in slang to describe a current trend or a specific 'vibe'. Saying something tiene buena onda suggests it fits a positive current trend.
- When discussing art movements, using la corriente instead of la tendencia changes the nuance from a mere inclination to a full-blown 'current' or school of thought.
Examples in context
- La tendencia empezó en Italia y España.The trend started in Italy and Spain.This sentence shows where tendencia started.Tatoeba #10021350 by manufrutos, translation #8651801 by Hybrid
- La tendencia es siempre a producir más productos usando menos empleados.The trend is always to produce more products using fewer employees.This sentence uses tendencia to describe a trend in production.Tatoeba #5013167 by albrusgher, translation #2654294 by KoreanBeaver
- El tema acá se trata de establecer el marco con el cual podamos explicar la tendencia social.The question here is one of creating the framework with which we can outline the social trend.This sentence uses tendencia to describe a social trend.Tatoeba #11375907 by Masatami, translation #61976 by shekitten
- La tendencia en moda primavera-verano es utilizar colores vibrantes y estampados florales.The spring-summer fashion trend is to use vibrant colors and floral prints.
- El fenómeno de los videojuegos está en auge entre los jóvenes.The phenomenon of video games is booming among young people.
- Las sneakers blancas son la moda actual entre los jóvenes.White sneakers are the current trend among young people.
- La corriente musical del momento es el reguetón.The musical trend of the moment is reggaeton.
- Las tintas temporales en el cabello son una moda pasajera entre los adolescentes.Temporary hair dyes are a passing trend among adolescents.
- El uso de gafas de sol durante la noche es una corriente de moda en estos días.The use of sunglasses at night is a popular trend these days.
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Example conversation
Sofía and Javier are talking about fashion in a coffee shop.
- Sofía¿Viste esa nueva tendencia de usar ropa vintage?Did you see that new vintage clothing trend?
- JavierSí, es una tendencia muy pasajera.Yes, it is a very fleeting fad.
- SofíaTienes razón, es solo una tendencia de moda.You are right, it is just a fashion trend.
- JavierNo durará mucho tiempo.It won't last very long.
Sources
- Pronunciation: Wiktionary entry tendencia, CC BY-SA 4.0, dump of 2026-09-26.
- Example sentences: Tatoeba CC BY 2.0 FR.
