diverso
“diverso” means “diverse” in Spanish. It has 2 different meanings depending on context:
diverse, varied
Also: different
📝 In Action
La ciudad tiene un clima muy diverso.
A2The city has a very diverse climate.
Trabajamos con un grupo diverso de profesionales.
B1We work with a diverse group of professionals.
Las opiniones sobre el proyecto son muy diversas.
B1The opinions about the project are very varied.
several, various
📝 In Action
He leído diversos libros sobre este tema.
B2I have read several books on this subject.
Diversos testigos presenciaron el accidente.
B2Various witnesses saw the accident.
Existen diversos factores que afectan la economía.
B2There are several factors that affect the economy.
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Quick Quiz: diverso
Question 1 of 3
Which sentence means 'I have various reasons'?
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📚 Etymology▼
From the Latin 'diversus', which comes from 'divertere' meaning 'to turn in different directions'.
First recorded: 13th century
Cognates (Related words)
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the difference between 'varios' and 'diversos'?
'Varios' is more common in everyday speech. 'Diversos' is slightly more formal and often implies that the items are not just 'some', but also 'different' from one another.
Can 'diverso' be used for people?
Yes, but usually to describe a group (un grupo diverso) rather than a single person, as it refers to variety within a whole.
Is 'diverso' always an adjective?
Yes, in Spanish it functions as an adjective that modifies a noun, matching its gender and number.