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intangible means intangible — a common term in Beautiful Spanish. Learn how it's used in a real-world example.

📅 Published: February 20, 2026

✨ Beautiful Spanish

intangible

adjective • /[in-tan-HEE-ble]/

intangible

Example:

Lo que sentía era intangible.

What she felt was intangible.

🧠 What does intangible mean?

Describes something that cannot be touched or perceived with the senses. It refers to abstract concepts, qualities, or assets that lack a physical substance, such as ideas, emotions, or rights. As a cognate, its meaning is identical to the English word 'intangible'.

📚 Extra examples

  • La felicidad es un bien intangible pero muy valioso.
    Happiness is an intangible but very valuable asset.
  • La marca de una empresa es uno de sus activos intangibles más importantes.
    A company's brand is one of its most important intangible assets.
  • El patrimonio cultural intangible de la humanidad incluye tradiciones y artes escénicas.
    The intangible cultural heritage of humanity includes traditions and performing arts.
  • Sentía una conexión intangible con aquel lugar.
    I felt an intangible connection to that place.

💡 Did You Know?

The word 'intangible' comes directly from Latin. It is formed from the prefix 'in-' (not) and the verb 'tangere' (to touch). This same root, 'tangere', gives us English words like 'tangent' and 'contact', which all share the core idea of touching.

🔁 Synonyms & opposites of "intangible"

Synonyms: inmaterial, impalpable, abstracto, etéreo
Opposites: tangible, material, físico, concreto, palpable

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❓ FAQ

How do you say 'intangible' in Spanish?
The Spanish word for 'intangible' is 'intangible'. It is a direct cognate.
How do you pronounce 'intangible' in Spanish?
The pronunciation is een-tahn-HEE-bleh. The stress falls on the third syllable, 'gi' (hee).
How do you use 'intangible' in a sentence?
It is used as an adjective to describe a noun that cannot be physically touched. For example: "El amor es un sentimiento intangible." (Love is an intangible feeling.)
What is the English translation of 'intangible'?
The English translation is 'intangible'.
Does 'intangible' change for gender or number?
'Intangible' is invariable for gender, meaning it is the same for masculine and feminine nouns (e.g., 'un valor intangible', 'una cualidad intangible'). It does change for number; the plural form is 'intangibles'.
Is 'intangible' common in everyday Spanish?
While it is widely understood, 'intangible' is more common in formal, academic, or professional contexts, such as in economics, law, and philosophy. In casual conversation, simpler terms might be used.
Does 'intangible' have slang or double meanings?
No, 'intangible' does not have any common slang or secondary meanings. Its definition is consistent and formal.
Is 'intangible' used differently in Spain vs Latin America?
The use and meaning of 'intangible' are consistent across all Spanish-speaking regions. There are no significant regional variations.

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