🇪🇸 How to say

“important” in Spanish

importante
Illustration of "important" in a Spanish cultural setting
A person checks their calendar, highlighting a doctor's appointment circled in red, while their phone buzzes with a reminder notification.

Usage note

Use 'importante' to describe things that matter or have significance, similar to how it's used in English; it's a common adjective in everyday conversations about priorities.

Examples

  • Es importante desayunar.

    It's important to eat breakfast.

  • Mi reunión es importante.

    My meeting is important.

  • El agua es importante para la salud.

    Water is important for health.

Quick check

What does "importante" mean?

  • A. important
  • B. same
  • C. right (direction)
  • D. few

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