depresivo
“depresivo” means “depressive” in Spanish. It has 2 different meanings depending on context:
depressive
Also: depressing
📝 In Action
Él está pasando por un episodio depresivo.
B1He is going through a depressive episode.
La película tenía un tono muy depresivo.
B2The movie had a very depressing tone.
Me siento un poco depresivo por el clima gris.
A2I feel a bit depressed because of the gray weather.
depressive
📝 In Action
El grupo de ayuda es para depresivos crónicos.
C1The support group is for chronic depressives.
Un depresivo necesita mucha paciencia de su familia.
B2A person with depression needs a lot of patience from their family.
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Quick Quiz: depresivo
Question 1 of 3
Which sentence describes a person who has a tendency toward depression?
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📚 Etymology▼
From the Latin word 'deprimere,' which literally means 'to press down.' It combines 'de-' (down) and 'premere' (to press).
First recorded: 19th century (in a clinical sense)
Cognates (Related words)
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the difference between 'deprimido' and 'depresivo'?
'Deprimido' is a temporary state (I am depressed right now), whereas 'depresivo' refers to a medical condition or a personality trait (he is a depressive person).
Can I use 'depresivo' for a movie or a book?
Yes, you can, but it sounds more formal. Usually, people use 'deprimente' (depressing) to describe media that makes them feel sad.
Is it rude to call someone 'un depresivo'?
It can be perceived as slightly clinical or labeling. It's often kinder to say 'una persona con depresión' (a person with depression).