tendencia
A general direction in which something is developing or changing.
Examples
3 of 5Sigo las tendencias de moda.
I follow fashion trends.
La tendencia demográfica indica un envejecimiento de la población.
The demographic trend indicates an aging population.
Tiene tendencia a exagerar las cosas.
He has a tendency to exaggerate things.
Synonyms
Antonyms
Word Family
Memory Tip
Cognate with 'tendency'. Think of where something is 'tending' to go.
Quick Quiz
Se observa una ________ positiva en las ventas.
Correct!
The correct answer is: tendencia
Examples
Sigo las tendencias de moda.
everydayI follow fashion trends.
La tendencia demográfica indica un envejecimiento de la población.
formalThe demographic trend indicates an aging population.
Tiene tendencia a exagerar las cosas.
informalHe has a tendency to exaggerate things.
El gráfico muestra una tendencia ascendente en las temperaturas.
academicThe graph shows an upward trend in temperatures.
Debemos analizar la tendencia del mercado bursátil.
businessWe must analyze the stock market trend.
Synonyms
Antonyms
Word Family
Common Collocations
Common Phrases
tener tendencia a
to have a tendency to
en tendencia
trending
tendencia general
general trend
Often Confused With
'Moda' usually refers to clothing or short-term popularity; 'tendencia' is a broader direction of change.
Usage Notes
Vital for IELTS Task 1 for describing data movements.
Common Mistakes
Confusing the noun 'tendencia' with the verb form 'tiende'.
Memory Tip
Cognate with 'tendency'. Think of where something is 'tending' to go.
Word Origin
From Latin 'tendentia', from 'tendere' (to stretch/aim).
Grammar Patterns
Quick Quiz
Se observa una ________ positiva en las ventas.
Correct!
The correct answer is: tendencia
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