amable
“amable” means “kind” in Spanish (describing a person's character or actions).
kind
Also: friendly, nice
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Mi vecina es una persona muy amable.
A1My neighbor is a very kind person.
Gracias por ser tan amable conmigo.
A2Thank you for being so kind to me.
Fue muy amable de su parte ayudarme con las maletas.
B1It was very kind of you to help me with the bags.
Siempre tiene una palabra amable para todos.
B1He always has a kind word for everyone.
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Which sentence best describes someone who is 'amable'?
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This word comes straight from the Latin word 'amābilis', which meant 'lovable' or 'worthy of love'. It's a direct relative of the Spanish verb 'amar' (to love).
First recorded: 13th century
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Frequently Asked Questions
What's the real difference between 'amable', 'simpático', and 'bueno'?
Think of it this way: 'Amable' is about your actions (being polite, helpful). 'Simpático' is about your personality (being friendly, charming, easy to talk to). 'Bueno' is more about your moral character (being a good person).