adjective
consciente
aware · conscious
Que se da cuenta de lo que pasa a su alrededor y de sus propios pensamientos o acciones.
Definition & meaning
The word consciente generally refers to the state of being aware or mentally alert. Depending on the context, it can have two primary meanings:
- Awareness: Having knowledge of something, being conscious of one's surroundings, feelings, or a specific situation. For example, being aware of the consequences of an action.
- Mental State: Being in a state of wakefulness and responsiveness, as opposed to being unconscious or in a coma.
Grammar & Word origin
- Grammar: It is an adjective that remains the same for both masculine and feminine singular nouns. Its plural form is conscientes.
- Word origin: It derives from the Latin consciens, conscientis, which is the present participle of conscire ("to be conscious" or "to know together"). It is composed of the prefix con- (together) and scire (to know).
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Examples
Es muy consciente del impacto ambiental.adjective
He is very aware of the environmental impact.
Tomamos una decisión consciente para ahorrar energía.adjective
We made a conscious decision to save energy.
¿Eres consciente de los riesgos del viaje?adjective
Are you aware of the risks of the trip?
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