explícito
adjectiveCEFR B2
What does “explícito” mean in English?
explicit — stated clearly and in detail, leaving nothing implied
explicit — stated clearly and in detail, leaving nothing implied (instrucciones explícitas, cláusula explícita)
Example sentences
El formulario de consentimiento explícito es obligatorio antes de cualquier procedimiento médico no urgente.
The explicit consent form is mandatory before any non-urgent medical procedure.
Las normas de uso de la plataforma deben ser explícitas para evitar ambigüedades que puedan dar lugar a litigios.
The platform's terms of use must be explicit to avoid ambiguities that could give rise to litigation.
How to use it
Explícito/a means 'explicit' — stated clearly and in detail, leaving nothing to implication. Used in formal and professional contexts: instrucciones explícitas, consentimiento explícito, cláusula explícita. Ser: always ser. Antonym: implícito. Note: explicit in the sense of adult content uses the same word (contenido explícito) — context clarifies meaning.
Common mistake
Explícito ≠ expresivo: expresivo means expressive (showing emotion); explícito means unambiguous and directly stated. Also: explícitamente (adverb) is common in legal and academic writing.