moralidad
“moralidad” means “morality” in Spanish (The system of values and principles of right and wrong.).
morality
Also: ethics, virtue
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Muchos se preocupan por la moralidad de la inteligencia artificial.
B2Many people worry about the morality of artificial intelligence.
Sus acciones demostraron una falta de moralidad.
B1His actions showed a lack of morality.
La moralidad varía entre diferentes culturas del mundo.
C1Morality varies among different cultures in the world.
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Quick Quiz: moralidad
Question 1 of 3
Which of these is the correct way to say 'Morality is essential'?
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📚 Etymology▼
From the Latin word 'moralitas,' which relates to 'mos' (meaning custom or habit). It essentially describes the habits of conduct that a society considers good.
First recorded: 13th century
Cognates (Related words)
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is 'moralidad' the same as 'moral'?
Not exactly. 'Moralidad' is the abstract concept of right and wrong. 'Moral' can mean the same thing, but it is also used to mean 'mood' or 'morale' (e.g., 'la moral del equipo' means the team's spirit).
Can I use 'moralidad' for a business context?
You can, but 'ética' (ethics) is much more common when referring to professional standards.
Is it ever plural?
Yes, 'moralidades' exists, but it is very rare. Usually, we keep it singular to talk about the general concept.