Translation of Spanish word "efecto" to English
efecto
/eˈfektjo/
Meaning
Nouna result or outcome of a particular action or set of circumstances
How to use
Efecto ('effect / impact / result') is masculine. En efecto — In fact / indeed. Efectos especiales — Special effects.
🇬🇧 English
effect
Example
El efecto de la lluvia en la ciudad fue devastador.
The effect of the rain in the city was devastating.
El efecto de la medicina fue inmediato.
The effect of the medicine was immediate.
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Common phrases
- en efecto— in fact / indeed / actually
- efecto secundario— side effect
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The Spanish word "efecto" means "effect" in English.
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