tendencia
nounCEFR B2High frequency
What does “tendencia” mean in English?
1.tendency — an inclination towards a particular characteristic or behaviour
tendency — an inclination towards a particular characteristic or behaviour (una tendencia natural a; tendencia creciente)
2.trend — a general direction in which something develops over time; 'tendencia al alza/a la baja'; sustained, data-supported direction
3.trend — a general direction in which something is developing; a current fashion
trend — a general direction in which something is developing; a current fashion (seguir/marcar la tendencia; tendencia al alza)
Example sentences
La tendencia al teletrabajo se ha afianzado tras la pandemia y ha modificado de forma permanente la cultura empresarial.
The tendency towards remote working has consolidated since the pandemic and permanently modified corporate culture.
Los datos muestran una tendencia creciente en el consumo de alimentos ultraprocesados entre los jóvenes.
The data show a growing tendency towards consumption of ultra-processed foods among young people.
Tiene una tendencia natural a ver el lado positivo de las situaciones, lo que le ayuda a gestionar el estrés.
She has a natural tendency to see the positive side of situations, which helps her manage stress.
How to use it
La tendencia (noun, feminine — inclination sense) means 'tendency, inclination' — a natural disposition towards something. Core B2 collocations: una tendencia natural a + infinitive; tendencia creciente/decreciente; la tendencia general; tendencias del mercado. The adjective is tendente (a). This form focuses on inherent disposition rather than fashion/trend. Distinguish from tendencia-moda (fashion trend) and inclinación (inclination — personal).
Common mistake
Tendencia is used for both trends (market tendencies) and personal inclinations. 'Downward trend' = tendencia a la baja. 'Bear/bull market tendency' = tendencia bajista/alcista. Don't confuse with corriente (current/movement — collective ideological direction).