explícito
vs
implícito

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"Explícito" is a form of "explícito", an adjective which is often translated as "explicit". "Implícito" is an adjective which is often translated as "implicit". Learn more about the difference between "explícito" and "implícito" below.

explícito(

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An adjective is a word that describes a noun (e.g., the big dog).

adjective

1. (clear)

a. explicit

Germán no fue muy explícito, pero dejó ver que tiene problemas con su pareja.German wasn't very explicit, but he implied that he has problems with his partner.

2. (express)

a. explicit

Necesitamos el consentimiento explícito de los padres del alumno para hacer la excursión.We need explicit authorization for the trip from the student’s parents.

implícito(

)

An adjective is a word that describes a noun (e.g., the big dog).

adjective

1. (general)

a. implicit

Aunque no lo decía expresamente, estaba implícito en su mensaje que no quería volver a verme.Although it didn't say it expressly, it was implicit in his message that he never wanted to see me again.

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