sincera
“sincera” means “sincere” in Spanish (honest and truthful).
sincere, honest
Also: genuine, frank
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Mi amiga siempre es sincera, nunca me miente.
A2My friend is always sincere (honest); she never lies to me.
Dio una respuesta sincera sobre por qué no pudo venir a la fiesta.
B1She gave an honest answer about why she couldn't come to the party.
Aprecio tu opinión sincera, aunque sea difícil de escuchar.
B2I appreciate your frank opinion, even if it's hard to hear.
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Comes from the Latin word *sincerus*, which originally meant 'clean,' 'pure,' or 'unmixed.' Over time, it evolved to describe a purity or truthfulness in character.
First recorded: 13th century
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the difference between 'sincero' and 'sincera'?
'Sincero' is used to describe masculine people or things (e.g., 'el hombre sincero'). 'Sincera' is used to describe feminine people or things (e.g., 'la mujer sincera'). They both mean 'sincere' or 'honest'.
Can I use 'sincera' to describe an object, not just a person?
Yes! You can describe any feminine noun. For example, 'una disculpa sincera' (a sincere apology) or 'una amistad sincera' (a sincere friendship).