Spanish Word · Intermediate
chiste
essence, importance, matter or purpose of something
Pronunciation: /ˈt͡ʃiste/
Meaning
essence, importance, matter or purpose of something
Example
El chiste es conseguir trabajo
the matter (or purpose) is to get a job
Practice tips
- Practice chiste out loud — read the pronunciation guide above and repeat.
- Use it in your own sentence today; reuse beats rereading.
- Pay attention to context: this Spanish word is for intermediate-level learners.