impulsivo
“impulsivo” means “impulsive” in Spanish. It has 2 different meanings depending on context:
impulsive
Also: rash, hot-headed
📝 In Action
No seas impulsivo, piénsalo bien antes de comprar ese coche.
A2Don't be impulsive, think it over before buying 그 car.
Ella tomó una decisión impulsiva y renunció a su trabajo.
B1She made an impulsive decision and quit her job.
Su comportamiento impulsivo a veces le causa problemas con sus amigos.
B2His impulsive behavior sometimes causes him trouble with his friends.
impulsive person
📝 In Action
Él siempre ha sido un impulsivo.
B1He has always been an impulsive person.
Los impulsivos a menudo se arrepienten de sus acciones.
B2Impulsive people often regret their actions.
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If a girl acts without thinking, how would you describe her?
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📚 Etymology▼
From the Latin word 'impulsus,' which describes the act of pushing against something or being driven forward.
First recorded: 17th century
Cognates (Related words)
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is 'impulsivo' always a bad thing?
Not necessarily! While it often implies a lack of self-control, it can sometimes be used to describe someone who is brave, fun, or willing to take risks.
What's the difference between 'impulsivo' and 'espontáneo'?
'Espontáneo' (spontaneous) is usually positive and means being natural and unconstrained. 'Impulsivo' often suggests a lack of thought that might lead to a mistake.
Can I use 'impulsivo' for objects?
Yes, you can describe actions or decisions, such as 'una compra impulsiva' (an impulse buy) or 'un gesto impulsivo' (an impulsive gesture).