instrucción

Del latín 'instructio', que significa 'acción de instruir'.

NOUN (1)
[/ins.tɾukˈsjon/es-ES]
instruction literal / guidance synonym / direction synonyminformal / untranslatable concept untranslatable (In some contexts, 'instrucción' refers to the formal process of teaching or imparting knowledge, which may be nuanced in translation.)
Synonyms indicaciones formal , direcciones informal
Antonyms confusión

The act or process of teaching or training someone; the imparting of knowledge or skills. It also refers to specific details or directions on how to do something, or to a set of orders or commands. In a broader context, particularly in legal or educational settings, 'instrucción' can refer to the formal process of education or the preparatory stages of a legal case (pre-trial investigation or inquiry), where facts are gathered and established.

plural
instrucciones
  • Las instrucciones para armar el mueble eran muy claras. — The instructions for assembling the furniture were very clear.
  • Recibió instrucción militar durante su servicio. — He received military instruction during his service.
  • La instrucción pública es fundamental para el desarrollo de un país. — Public education is fundamental for a country's development.
  • Necesito más instrucción sobre cómo usar este software. — I need more guidance on how to use this software.