This is the 12278th most frequent Spanish word.
lapsus
A brief mistake or slip, typically in speech or writing.
Here, 'lapsus' refers to a brief lapse of memory or attention.
Tuve un pequeño lapsus y olvidé el nombre del actor.
I had a small lapse and forgot the actor's name.
In this sentence, 'lapsus' signifies an error or slip made during the speech.
El lapsus en su discurso dejó a todos confundidos.
The lapse in his speech left everyone confused.
Here, 'lapsus' is used to describe an unintentional mistake made during writing.