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conciencia means awareness — a common term in Academic & Exam Prep. Learn how it's used in a real-world example.

📅 Published: October 18, 2025

🧠 Academic & Exam Prep

conciencia

noun • /[kon-SYEN-syah]/

awareness

Example:

La conciencia social es clave en el análisis político.

Social awareness is key in political analysis.

🧠 What does conciencia mean?

Conciencia primarily translates to 'awareness' or 'conscience' in English. It refers to the internal knowledge or understanding we have of ourselves, our actions, and our surroundings. It can encompass moral awareness, where you distinguish right from wrong, as well as simple awareness of something, like having 'conciencia' of a problem. Think of it as that inner voice or feeling that guides your decisions and tells you what's right or wrong, or simply acknowledges something exists.

📚 Extra examples

  • Tengo conciencia del problema.
    I am aware of the problem.
  • Ella actuó en conciencia.
    She acted according to her conscience.
  • Perdí la conciencia después del golpe.
    I lost consciousness after the hit.
  • Necesitamos crear conciencia sobre el cambio climático.
    We need to raise awareness about climate change.
  • Es un hombre sin conciencia.
    He is a man without a conscience.

💡 Did You Know?

The word 'conciencia' comes from the Latin 'conscientia,' which literally means 'with knowledge.'

🔁 Synonyms & opposites of "conciencia"

Synonyms: conocimiento, percepción, consciencia
Opposites: inconsciencia, desconocimiento

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❓ FAQ

How do you say 'awareness' in Spanish?
The most common translation of 'awareness' is 'conciencia'. Depending on the context, other words like 'conocimiento' (knowledge) or 'percepción' (perception) might also be suitable.
How do you pronounce 'conciencia' in Spanish?
It's pronounced kon-SYEN-sya. The 'c' before 'i' makes the 's' sound in Spanish.
How do you use 'conciencia' in a sentence?
Here are a few examples: 'No tengo conciencia de haber dicho eso' (I'm not aware of having said that), or 'Es importante tener conciencia social' (It's important to have social awareness).
What is the English translation of 'conciencia'?
The main translations are 'awareness' and 'conscience'. The best choice depends on the context.
Does 'conciencia' change for gender or number?
No, 'conciencia' is a feminine noun, but it always stays the same regardless of the number or gender of what it refers to.
Is 'conciencia' common in everyday Spanish?
Yes, 'conciencia' is frequently used in everyday conversations and writing.
Does 'conciencia' have slang or double meanings?
Not really. It maintains its core meaning related to awareness and conscience. The specific meaning can change depending on the context, but there are no particular slang uses or double meanings.
Is 'conciencia' used differently in Spain vs Latin America?
The meaning and usage of 'conciencia' are generally consistent across Spain and Latin America.

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