Have you ever heard a Spanish student using the expression “tener sentido” (“it does make sense”) in a situation where another phrase would have been more appropriate? In this blog, we’ll guide you through the correct usage of “tener sentido” or “no tener sentido” phrases and showcase a variety of expressions that convey the same idea.
The importance of expressing oneself appropriately
Firstly, we must emphasize the importance of expressing oneself appropriately in a foreign language. When using the phrase “no tiene sentido” (“it doesn’t make sense”), Spanish students often try to translate directly from English (“it doesn’t make sense”) to Spanish (“no hacer sentido”), which can result in an incorrect expression. Therefore, it is crucial to understand the correct expressions and their application in the appropriate context to communicate effectively in Spanish.
Use case
To better illustrate the use of this expression, let’s provide a practical example. For instance, we can use this expression in an everyday situation, such as planning a trip with a friend with a budget of 1000 euros. If my friend says that the total cost of the trip is 2000 euros, I can respond with “tu propuesta no tiene sentido” (“your proposal doesn’t make sense”) because it exceeds the initial budget. Similarly, if my friend mentions that the final budget is 800 euros, I can reply with “tu propuesta tiene sentido” (“your proposal makes sense”) since it doesn’t exceed the available budget. This example offers a deeper understanding of when and how to use the expression “makes sense” or “doesn’t make sense” appropriately.
Other similar expressions
Additionally, focusing on the expression “no tener sentido” (“it doesn’t ake sense”) in this blog, we also unveil other colloquial phrases that convey the same idea, such as “no tener lógica” (“tu propuesta no tiene lógica” “your proposal lacks logic”) or, for advanced Spanish learners, “no tener ni pies ni cabeza” (“tu propuesta no tiene ni pies ni cabeza“). We understand that this last expression might be somewhat challenging to grasp, so here we provide more detailed examples of its usage.
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In summary, learning to use “tener sentido” or “no tener sentido” in Spanish within the appropriate context not only expands vocabulary and language comprehension, but also enables students to communicate more effectively and gain a better understanding of Spanish-speaking culture. Mastering these expressions is a crucial step toward fluency in Spanish.
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