prejuicio
“prejuicio” means “prejudice” in Spanish (an unfair opinion formed before meeting someone).
prejudice
Also: bias, preconceived notion
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No debemos tener prejuicios contra las personas que no conocemos.
A2We shouldn't have prejudices against people we don't know.
Es difícil dejar de lado nuestros prejuicios personales.
B1It is hard to set aside our personal biases.
La película rompe con los prejuicios sociales de la época.
B2The movie breaks with the social prejudices of the time.
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Quick Quiz: prejuicio
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Which word should you use to describe an unfair opinion about a group of people?
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📚 Etymology▼
From Latin 'praeiudicium'. 'Pre-' means 'before' and 'juicio' means 'judgment'. It literally describes a decision you make before you have all the facts.
First recorded: 15th century
Cognates (Related words)
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the difference between prejuicio and sesgo?
They are very close. 'Prejuicio' is often used for social or racial bias, while 'sesgo' is more common in technical contexts (like data bias) or sports.
Does prejuicio mean 'damage'?
No, that is a common mix-up. 'Prejuicio' is a thought or bias. 'Perjuicio' (with the 'er' sound) means damage or harm.
Is the 'j' in prejuicio pronounced like an English 'j'?
No, the Spanish 'j' sounds like a breathy 'h' (like in 'hot'). In Spain, it's a bit more raspy, like clearing your throat.