cognitivo

/koɣˈnitibo/
adjectiveIntermediate
formal

Relating to the mental processes of comprehension, judgment, and memory.

Las funciones cognitivas incluyen la atención, el lenguaje y la memoria.

Cognitive functions include attention, language, and memory.

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Often used in psychology, neuroscience, and education.

Collocations

aprendizaje cognitivocognitive learningfunciones cognitivascognitive functionsterapia cognitivacognitive therapy

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Related Phrases

terapia cognitivo-conductualphrase
cognitive-behavioral therapy

💡Pro Tip

Common Usage

In Spanish, 'cognitivo' is often used to describe processes related to thinking, learning, and problem-solving.

Gold Rule

Avoid Overuse

While useful in academic contexts, avoid using 'cognitivo' in casual conversation where simpler terms like 'mental' or 'intelectual' may suffice.

📖Word Origin

From Latin 'cognitivus', meaning 'pertaining to knowing or understanding'.

📝Usage Notes

Commonly used in academic and professional contexts, especially in psychology and education.

Word Breakdown

cogni-
relating to knowledge or understanding
root
+
-tivo
forming adjectives
suffix
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