nounverb

la consigna

luggage storage · instruction

Es una instrucción, regla o mensaje breve que se da a alguien para que lo cumpla o lo comunique.

Definition & meaning

The word consigna is a feminine noun that can refer to several distinct concepts depending on the context:

  1. Instruction or Order: A specific directive, guideline, or order given to a person (often a subordinate or someone in a group) to be followed or executed. It is frequently used in political, military, or organizational contexts.
  2. Luggage Storage (Left Luggage): A designated area or office in stations, airports, or hotels where luggage can be left temporarily for safekeeping.
  3. Password or Slogan: In some contexts, it can refer to a secret word or phrase used to identify members of a group or to gain access to a specific place.
  4. Consignment (Commercial): The act of sending goods to an agent or a store to be sold on behalf of the owner.

Grammar & Word origin

  • Grammar: It is a feminine noun (la consigna).
  • Word Origin: It derives from the verb consignar , which comes from the Latin consignare (to sign, seal, or register). It combines the prefix con- (together/with) and signum (sign or mark).

Synonyms & antonyms

Synonyms:

  • For "instruction": instrucción , orden , directriz .
  • For "luggage storage": guardaequipajes , depósito .
  • For "slogan": lema , eslogan .

Antonyms:

  • In the sense of an order or instruction, there is no direct single-word antonym, though desobediencia (disobedience) acts as the contrary concept regarding the fulfillment of a consigna.

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Examples

Dejé mi maleta en la consigna de la estación.noun

I left my suitcase in the station's luggage storage.

Los viajeros recibieron una consigna clara antes de entrar en el edificio.noun

The travelers received a clear instruction before entering the building.

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