sentimiento
/sen-tee-MYEN-toh/
feeling
Depicting a specific emotion or mood, like joy, illustrates 'sentimiento' as a feeling.
sentimiento(noun)
feeling
?a specific emotion or mood
,emotion
?strong mental reaction
sense
?a general awareness or intuition
📝 In Action
Tengo un sentimiento de alegría muy fuerte hoy.
A1I have a very strong feeling of joy today.
No puedo ocultar mis sentimientos por ti.
A2I can't hide my feelings for you.
Ella hirió mis sentimientos con ese comentario.
B1She hurt my feelings with that comment.
💡 Grammar Points
Masculine Noun Rule
Since 'sentimiento' ends in -o, it is a masculine word and always uses the masculine article 'el' (el sentimiento) or 'los' when plural (los sentimientos).
The -miento Suffix
This word comes from the verb 'sentir' (to feel). The suffix '-miento' often turns a verb into a noun describing the result or action of that verb, like 'movimiento' (movement) from 'mover' (to move).
❌ Common Pitfalls
Confusing Noun and Verb
Mistake: "Using 'sentimiento' when you mean 'I feel,' e.g., 'Yo sentimiento frío.'"
Correction: Use the verb 'sentir' for actions: 'Yo siento frío' (I feel cold).
⭐ Usage Tips
Plural Usage
When talking about feelings in general, always use the plural: 'Compartir los sentimientos' (To share feelings).
When 'sentimiento' refers to a shared general attitude or opinion, it translates to sentiment.
sentimiento(noun)
sentiment
?a general attitude or opinion shared by a group
,conviction
?a deep belief or principle
sense of purpose
?a strong feeling about a moral issue
📝 In Action
El sentimiento general en la sala era de optimismo.
B2The general sentiment in the room was one of optimism.
Con un sentimiento patriótico, el presidente dio su discurso.
C1With a patriotic conviction, the president gave his speech.
💡 Grammar Points
Formal Usage
In this context, 'sentimiento' often refers to a collective or abstract belief, similar to the English word 'sentiment' when discussing public opinion.
✏️ Quick Practice
💡 Quick Quiz: sentimiento
Question 1 of 1
Which sentence uses 'sentimiento' to describe a general, shared opinion rather than a personal emotion?
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the difference between 'sentimiento' (feeling) and 'sensación' (sensation)?
'Sentimiento' refers to emotional states (joy, anger, love), which are mental or psychological. 'Sensación' refers to physical experiences or perceptions (the sensation of heat, the feeling of silk, or a tingle).
Can I use 'sentimiento' for physical feelings like hunger or cold?
No. When talking about physical states, you must use the verb 'tener' (to have) or the verb 'sentir' (to feel). For example, 'Tengo hambre' (I am hungry) or 'Siento frío' (I feel cold).