constitucional
El tribunal declaró inconstitucional la nueva ley.
The court declared the new law unconstitutional.
Relating to or based on a constitution
La reforma constitucional fue aprobada por el Congreso.
The constitutional reform was approved by Congress.
Los derechos constitucionales están garantizados en la Carta Magna.
Constitutional rights are guaranteed in the Magna Carta.
Often used in legal and political contexts to describe laws, rights, or systems aligned with a country's constitution.
In accordance with a constitution
El gobierno debe actuar dentro de los límites constitucionales.
The government must act within constitutional limits.
Used to describe actions or institutions that comply with constitutional principles.
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Constitutional vs. Constitutionalist
While 'constitucional' refers to something related to a constitution, 'constitucionalista' refers to a constitutional lawyer or someone who advocates for constitutional principles. Do not confuse the two.
Word Origin
From Latin *constitutionalis*, derived from *constitutio* (constitution, establishment), itself from *constituere* (to establish, set up). The term entered Spanish in the 18th century via French *constitutionnel*.
Usage Notes
In Spanish-speaking countries, 'constitucional' is predominantly used in legal and political discourse. It is not commonly used in everyday conversation unless discussing constitutional matters.