curiosidad
“curiosidad” means “curiosity” in Spanish. It has 2 different meanings depending on context:
curiosity, inquisitiveness
📝 In Action
Tengo mucha curiosidad por saber cómo funciona esto.
A1I have a lot of curiosity to know how this works.
La curiosidad es una gran cualidad para los estudiantes.
A2Curiosity is a great quality for students.
Matar la curiosidad es a veces necesario para seguir adelante.
B1Satisfying one's curiosity is sometimes necessary to move forward.
curiosity, oddity
Also: interesting fact
📝 In Action
La tienda de antigüedades estaba llena de pequeñas curiosidades.
B1The antique shop was full of small curiosities (unusual items).
Como curiosidad, el edificio tiene un ascensor de cristal.
B2As an interesting fact, the building has a glass elevator.
Translate to Spanish
✏️ Quick Practice
Quick Quiz: curiosidad
Question 1 of 1
Which sentence uses 'curiosidad' to mean 'an unusual object'?
📚 More Resources
📚 Etymology▼
Comes from the Latin word 'curiositas,' which originally meant 'care' or 'diligence,' but evolved to mean 'prying' or 'eagerness to know.'
First recorded: 13th century
Cognates (Related words)
💡 Master Spanish
Take your Spanish to the next level. Read 200+ illustrated and narrated Spanish stories tailored to your level with the Inklingo app!
Frequently Asked Questions
Is 'curiosidad' always feminine?
Yes, 'curiosidad' is a feminine noun. This is true for almost all Spanish nouns that end in '-dad', like 'libertad' (freedom) or 'dificultad' (difficulty). Always use 'la' or 'una' with it.
How do I translate 'I am curious' most naturally?
In Spanish, you 'have' curiosity, you don't 'are' curious. The most natural phrase is 'Tengo curiosidad' (I have curiosity) or you can use the adjective, 'Soy curioso/a' (I am curious).