What is the Spanish word for "significant"?

Learn how to say "significant" in Spanish with examples and practice

English

significant

Spanish

significativo

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Alternative translations of "significant"

importante
relevante
notable
destacado

Examples of how to use "significant" in Spanish

English
This is a very significant historical event.
Spanish
Este es un evento histórico muy importante.
English
The study showed a significant improvement.
Spanish
El estudio mostró una mejora significativa.
English
She made a significant contribution to science.
Spanish
Ella hizo una contribución importante a la ciencia.
English
There is significant traffic on Mondays.
Spanish
Hay un tráfico considerable los lunes.
English
This change has significant economic effects.
Spanish
Este cambio tiene efectos económicos significativos.

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