privilegiado
“privilegiado” means “privileged” in Spanish. It has 3 different meanings depending on context:
privileged
Also: favored
📝 In Action
Creció en un entorno muy privilegiado.
B1He grew up in a very privileged environment.
El hotel tiene una ubicación privilegiada frente al mar.
B1The hotel has a privileged location facing the sea.
Me siento privilegiada de trabajar con este equipo.
B2I feel privileged to work with this team.
gifted
Also: exceptional
📝 In Action
Tiene una mente privilegiada para los idiomas.
B2She has a gifted mind for languages.
El cantante posee una voz privilegiada.
B2The singer possesses an exceptional voice.
Es un atleta con un físico privilegiado.
C1He is an athlete with an exceptional physique.
privileged person
📝 In Action
Era un mundo hecho por y para los privilegiados.
C1It was a world made by and for the privileged.
Los pocos privilegiados tenían acceso a la educación.
C1The privileged few had access to education.
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Words that translate to "privilegiado" in Spanish:
exceptional→favored→gifted→privileged→privileged person→✏️ Quick Practice
Quick Quiz: privilegiado
Question 1 of 3
Which of these describes someone with an amazing natural talent for music?
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👥 Word Family▼
📚 Etymology▼
From the Latin word 'privilegiatus', which comes from 'privilegium'. This was made of 'privus' (private) and 'lex' (law), originally meaning a law that applied to just one person.
First recorded: 13th century
Cognates (Related words)
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Frequently Asked Questions
Does 'privilegiado' always refer to money?
Not necessarily! While it often describes wealth or social status, it is also frequently used to describe natural talents (like intelligence or a beautiful voice) or great locations (like a house with a view).
Is it a 'good' word or a 'bad' word?
It is usually neutral or positive. However, in social and political discussions, it can sometimes be used critically to point out unfair advantages.
Can I use 'privilegiado' to describe an object?
Yes, but usually it describes the object's situation or qualities, like 'un lugar privilegiado' (a great spot) or 'un acceso privilegiado' (special access).