indiferente
“indiferente” means “indifferent” in Spanish (showing no interest or concern).
indifferent, unmoved
Also: all the same, unconcerned
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Me es indiferente si comemos pizza o pasta.
A2It's all the same to me if we eat pizza or pasta.
Él parecía indiferente ante las malas noticias.
B1He seemed indifferent to the bad news.
Su arte no deja a nadie indiferente.
B2His art doesn't leave anyone unmoved (it makes a strong impression).
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From Latin 'indifferens', combining 'in-' (not) and 'differens' (different). It originally meant something that doesn't have a distinguishing feature or doesn't make a difference.
First recorded: 13th century
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is 'indiferente' always negative?
Not necessarily. While it can mean someone is cold or uncaring, it is very often used neutrally to say you have no preference between two good choices.
What's the difference between 'indiferente' and 'igual'?
'Igual' is much more common in daily speech (e.g., 'Me da igual'). 'Indiferente' is slightly more formal and precise.
Can I use 'indiferente' for things?
Yes. You can say a result or a choice is 'indiferente' to mean it doesn't change the final outcome.