arrogancia
“arrogancia” means “arrogance” in Spanish (general trait of feeling superior).
arrogance
Also: haughtiness, conceit
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Su arrogancia hizo que perdiera a todos sus amigos.
B1His arrogance caused him to lose all his friends.
No soporto la arrogancia de los políticos que no escuchan al pueblo.
B2I can't stand the arrogance of politicians who don't listen to the people.
A pesar de su éxito, nunca mostró ni un rastro de arrogancia.
C1Despite her success, she never showed even a trace of arrogance.
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Which of these is the correct way to say 'His arrogance'?
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From the Latin 'arrogantia', which comes from the verb 'arrogare' (to claim for oneself). It combines 'ad-' (to/towards) and 'rogare' (to ask). It originally described someone claiming more importance or rights than they were actually given.
First recorded: 13th century
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is 'arrogancia' always a bad thing?
Yes, in Spanish, 'arrogancia' specifically refers to an unpleasant overestimation of one's own importance. If you want to describe a positive sense of self-worth, use 'amor propio' or 'autoestima'.
What is the difference between 'arrogancia' and 'soberbia'?
They are very similar, but 'soberbia' is often considered even stronger and more offensive. In some contexts, 'soberbia' can also mean extreme pride that borders on contempt for others.
Can 'arrogancia' be used for objects?
No, it is almost exclusively used for people or their actions. You wouldn't describe a building as 'arrogant' in Spanish unless you were using very poetic, personified language.