neutral
“neutral” means “neutral” in Spanish. It has 2 different meanings depending on context:
neutral
Also: impartial, unbiased
📝 In Action
Suiza es conocida por ser un país neutral.
A2Switzerland is known for being a neutral country.
El árbitro debe ser totalmente neutral durante el partido.
B1The referee must be completely neutral during the match.
Intenté mantener una postura neutral en la discusión familiar.
B2I tried to maintain a neutral stance in the family argument.
neutral
Also: balanced
📝 In Action
Prefiero decorar mi sala con colores neutrales como el gris y el beige.
B1I prefer to decorate my living room with neutral colors like gray and beige.
Este jabón tiene un pH neutral para pieles sensibles.
B2This soap has a neutral pH for sensitive skin.
Los neutrones tienen una carga eléctrica neutral.
C1Neutrons have a neutral electrical charge.
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From the Latin word 'neutralis', which literally means 'belonging to neither side.' It comes from 'ne-' (not) and 'uter' (either).
First recorded: 15th century
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Frequently Asked Questions
Does 'neutral' ever end in 'a'?
No. In Spanish, 'neutral' is a gender-neutral adjective. It stays 'neutral' regardless of whether the noun it describes is masculine or feminine.
What is the difference between 'neutral' and 'imparcial'?
'Neutral' often means not taking a side at all (like a country in a war), while 'imparcial' means being fair and not showing favoritism when making a judgment (like a judge or referee).
Is 'neutral' formal?
It is a standard word that can be used in both everyday conversation and formal writing, such as in science or politics.