sincero
“sincero” means “sincere” in Spanish (describing feelings or intentions).
sincere, honest
Also: truthful, genuine
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Mi abuela siempre fue una persona muy sincera.
A2My grandmother was always a very sincere person.
Te doy mi opinión más sincera sobre el proyecto.
B1I'm giving you my most honest opinion about the project.
Aunque la verdad era dolorosa, agradeció que el doctor fuera sincero.
B2Although the truth was painful, he appreciated that the doctor was truthful.
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Quick Quiz: sincero
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Which sentence correctly uses the adjective 'sincero'?
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📚 Etymology▼
Comes from the Latin word *sincerus*, which meant 'clean, pure, or unadulterated.' One popular, though debated, theory suggests it literally meant 'without wax' (*sine cera*), referring to objects like pottery that hadn't been patched up with wax to hide flaws, thus implying genuine quality.
First recorded: 15th century
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the difference between 'sincero' and 'honesto'?
'Sincero' usually focuses on being truthful and genuine about one's feelings, intentions, or expressions. 'Honesto' is broader; it means sincere but also covers moral uprightness, fairness, and integrity (like not stealing).