progresista
“progresista” means “progressive” in Spanish. It has 2 different meanings depending on context:
progressive
Also: forward-thinking, liberal-minded
📝 In Action
Mi abuela tiene ideas muy progresistas para su edad.
B1My grandmother has very progressive ideas for her age.
El partido propuso una reforma progresista del sistema de salud.
B2The party proposed a progressive reform of the healthcare system.
Es una empresa con una cultura progresista y abierta.
B1It is a company with a progressive and open culture.
progressive
Also: liberal
📝 In Action
Los progresistas de la ciudad se reunieron para protestar.
B2The progressives of the city gathered to protest.
Él siempre se ha considerado un progresista.
B1He has always considered himself a progressive.
Como progresista, ella apoya la igualdad total.
B2As a progressive, she supports total equality.
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Words that translate to "progresista" in Spanish:
forward-thinking→liberal→liberal-minded→progressive→✏️ Quick Practice
Quick Quiz: progresista
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How would you say 'a progressive man' in Spanish?
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👥 Word Family▼
📚 Etymology▼
From the Spanish word 'progreso' (progress) and the suffix '-ista' (which denotes a person who follows a movement or profession). 'Progreso' comes from the Latin 'progressus', meaning 'a going forward'.
First recorded: 19th century
Cognates (Related words)
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Frequently Asked Questions
Does 'progresista' change if I'm talking about a group of women?
No, it only adds an 's'. You would say 'las mujeres progresistas'.
Is 'progresista' the same as 'liberal'?
In many Spanish-speaking countries, they are similar, but 'liberal' can sometimes refer specifically to economic policies, while 'progresista' usually focuses on social equality and reform.
Is 'progre' the same as 'progresista'?
Yes, 'progre' is a shortened version. However, be careful: 'progre' can sometimes be used in a sarcastic or slightly negative way depending on who is saying it.