humildad
“humildad” means “humility” in Spanish. It has 2 different meanings depending on context:
humility
Also: modesty
📝 In Action
Aceptó el premio con mucha humildad.
A2He accepted the award with a lot of humility.
La humildad es una virtud que todos debemos practicar.
B1Humility is a virtue that we should all practice.
Su humildad lo hace una persona muy querida por todos.
B1His humility makes him a person very much loved by everyone.
humble origins
Also: lowliness, modesty
📝 In Action
Él nunca olvidó la humildad de su primer hogar.
B2He never forgot the modesty of his first home.
Viene de una familia de mucha humildad.
B1They come from a very humble background (low-income family).
La humildad de sus ropas no ocultaba su elegancia natural.
C1The plainness of their clothes did not hide their natural elegance.
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Which of these is the most accurate translation for 'humildad'?
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📚 Etymology▼
From the Latin word 'humilitas', which comes from 'humus', meaning 'earth' or 'ground'. Literally, it describes someone who is 'down to earth'.
First recorded: 13th century
Cognates (Related words)
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is 'humildad' a positive or negative word?
It is almost always very positive! It refers to the virtue of being modest and not arrogant. While it can sometimes refer to being poor, even then it is usually used in a respectful and dignified way.
How do I pronounce the 'H' in 'humildad'?
You don't! The 'H' is completely silent in Spanish. The word sounds like 'oo-meel-dahd'.
Can I use 'humildad' to mean 'humiliation'?
No. Although they look similar, 'humildad' is the quality of being humble, while 'humillación' is the act of being embarrassed or shamed by others.