dignidad

dig-ni-daddiɣ.niˈðað

“dignidad” means “dignity” in Spanish (inherent worth or respect).

dignity

Also: worth, self-respect

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Todos los seres humanos nacen libres y con igual dignidad.

All human beings are born free and with equal dignity.

Ella mantuvo su dignidad a pesar de la situación difícil.

She maintained her dignity despite the difficult situation.

Perder el empleo fue un golpe a su dignidad.

Losing the job was a blow to his self-respect.

Word Connections

Synonyms

honor (honor)
decoro (decorum, propriety)
valía (worth, value)

Antonyms

humillación (humiliation)
deshonor (dishonor)

Common Collocations

dignidad humana – human dignity
mantener la dignidad – to maintain dignity
pérdida de dignidad – loss of dignity

Idioms & Expressions

morir con dignidad – to die peacefully or with honor, without unnecessary suffering or shame

Translate to Spanish

Words that translate to "dignidad" in Spanish:

dignity→self-respect→worth→

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Quick Quiz: dignidad

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Which sentence correctly uses 'dignidad'?

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👥 Word Family▼

digno(worthy, dignified (adjective)) — Adjective

dignificar(to dignify, to honor (verb)) — Verb

indignidad(unworthiness, baseness (noun)) — Noun

🎵 Rhymes▼

ciudad libertad

📚 Etymology▼

The word comes directly from the Latin 'dignitas,' which meant 'worthiness, merit, or high office.' It has maintained its core meaning of inherent value over centuries.

First recorded: 13th century (in Spanish)

Cognates (Related words)

English: dignityFrench: dignitéPortuguese: dignidade

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Frequently Asked Questions

¿Es 'dignidad' lo mismo que 'orgullo'?

No, they are different. 'Dignidad' is the inherent worth you have as a person, while 'orgullo' means 'pride,' which can be positive (feeling good about an achievement) or negative (arrogance).

How do I use the related adjective 'digno'?

You use 'digno' (worthy/dignified) to describe someone or something that deserves respect. Example: 'Es un trabajo digno' (It is a decent/worthy job).