afortunados
/ah-for-too-nah-dohs/
lucky
The word 'afortunados' describes people who have good fortune, like friends finding a treasure under a rainbow.
afortunados(adjective)
lucky
?describing a group of people with good fortune
fortunate
?a slightly more formal way to describe being lucky
📝 In Action
Somos muy afortunados de tenerte en el equipo.
A2We are very lucky to have you on the team.
Ellos se sienten afortunados por haber ganado la lotería.
B1They feel lucky for having won the lottery.
💡 Grammar Points
Describing groups
Use this plural form when talking about a group of men or a mixed group of men and women. If the group is only women, use 'afortunadas' instead.
❌ Common Pitfalls
Lucky vs. Luck
Mistake: "Using 'tener afortunados' to mean 'to have luck'."
Correction: Use 'tener suerte' for the act of having luck. Use 'afortunados' only to describe the people themselves.
⭐ Usage Tips
Natural Sounding
While 'suertudo' is common in casual slang, 'afortunado' sounds more polished and is safe to use in any situation.
As a noun, 'afortunados' refers to 'the lucky ones' who have received something special or beneficial.
afortunados(noun)
the lucky ones
?referring to a group that received a benefit
winners
?people who were selected for something good
📝 In Action
Los afortunados recibirán un viaje gratis.
B1The lucky ones will receive a free trip.
Solo unos pocos afortunados pudieron entrar al concierto.
B1Only a few lucky ones were able to enter the concert.
💡 Grammar Points
Using adjectives as nouns
In Spanish, you can turn this adjective into a noun just by putting 'los' in front of it. It's like saying 'the lucky [people]' without needing to say the word for people.
✏️ Quick Practice
💡 Quick Quiz: afortunados
Question 1 of 1
Which sentence is correct for a group of 5 men and 1 woman?
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Frequently Asked Questions
Does 'afortunados' only mean having money?
No! While it can mean wealthy, it most often refers to being lucky in life, love, or specific events like winning a prize.
What is the difference between 'suertudos' and 'afortunados'?
Both mean 'lucky.' However, 'suertudos' is much more informal and slangy, while 'afortunados' is suitable for books, news, or polite conversation.