Translation of Spanish word "historia" to English
historia
/isˈto.ɾja/
Meaning
NounThe aggregate of past events, both unrecorded and recorded.
How to use
In formal and academic contexts, historia is used to refer to the aggregate of past events, both recorded and unrecorded. It is often used in the context of historical research and analysis. However, it's worth noting that the verb 'historizar' is sometimes used to mean 'to make something historical' or 'to give something a historical context', which can be a common mistake for learners.
🇬🇧 English
history/story
Example
La historia de los mamíferos se remonta a muchos millones de años.
The history of mammals goes back many millions of years.
La historia se repite si no aprendemos de sus errores.
History repeats itself if we do not learn from its mistakes.
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Common phrases
- historia de la humanidad— history of humanity
- historia de España— history of Spain
- historia de la literatura— history of literature
- historia del arte— history of art
- historia de la ciencia— history of science
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What does the Spanish word "historia" mean?▼
The Spanish word "historia" means "history/story" in English.
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Yes, here is a practical example: "La historia de los mamíferos se remonta a muchos millones de años." (which translates as "The history of mammals goes back many millions of years.").
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