context clue
context clue (pista de contexto)
a hint near an unknown word, such as a definition, synonym, contrast or example, that helps you work out its meaning.
Example
Unlike his timid brother, Leo was bold. (The contrast clue unlike shows that timid means shy.)
In Spanish
context clue (pista de contexto) — una pista cerca de una palabra desconocida, como una definición, un sinónimo, un contraste o un ejemplo, que te ayuda a descubrir su significado.
Unlike his timid brother, Leo was bold. (La pista de contraste unlike muestra que timid significa tímido.)