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creencias

kre-EN-syahs

nounfB1

beliefs?general convictions or ideas held to be true

Also:creeds?formal or religious systems of belief,convictions?strongly held personal views

📝 In Action

Es importante respetar las creencias de los demás.

It is important to respect the beliefs of others.

Sus creencias religiosas son una parte fundamental de su vida.

Their religious beliefs are a fundamental part of their life.

Tengo creencias muy firmes sobre el medio ambiente.

I have very firm convictions about the environment.

Word Connections

Synonyms

convicciones (convictions)
ideales (ideals)

Antonyms

dudas (doubts)
escepticismo (skepticism)

Common Collocations

sistema de creencias – belief system
creencias populares – folk beliefs / popular myths

💡 Grammar Points

Always Feminine and Plural

This word is the plural form of 'creencia'. It is a feminine noun, so you should use feminine words with it, like 'las creencias' or 'muchas creencias'.

❌ Common Pitfalls

Noun vs. Verb

Mistake: "Using 'creencias' when you want to say 'you believe'."

Correction: Use 'creencias' for the 'things' you believe (nouns). Use 'crees' if you are telling someone 'you believe' (verb).

⭐ Usage Tips

Broad Usage

Don't limit this word to religion! Use it for political views, scientific stances, or even just your personal outlook on how to live life.

✏️ Quick Practice

💡 Quick Quiz: creencias

Question 1 of 1

Which of these would be considered 'creencias'?

📚 More Resources

Word Family

creer(to believe) - verb

creencia(belief) - noun

creyente(believer) - noun

increíble(incredible) - adjective

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the difference between 'creencias' and 'convicciones'?

They are very similar! 'Creencias' is the general word for beliefs. 'Convicciones' usually implies a stronger, more certain level of commitment to those beliefs.

How do I say 'personal beliefs' in Spanish?

You simply say 'creencias personales'.