utopía
“utopía” means “utopia” in Spanish (an ideal or perfect society).
utopia
Also: pipe dream
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Un mundo sin hambre parece una utopía hoy en día.
B1A world without hunger seems like a utopia nowadays.
El libro describe una utopía donde no existe el dinero.
B2The book describes a utopia where money doesn't exist.
Luchar por una utopía nos ayuda a mejorar la realidad.
C1Fighting for a utopia helps us improve reality.
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Which of these is the opposite of 'utopía'?
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Coined by Thomas More in 1516, from the Greek words 'ou' (not) and 'topos' (place), literally meaning 'nowhere' or 'no-place.'
First recorded: 16th century
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is 'utopía' a negative word?
It depends on the context! It can be positive (a noble goal to strive for) or negative (calling someone's idea 'una utopía' can mean it's unrealistic or impossible).
Is the plural 'utopías' common?
Yes, you can use 'utopías' when talking about different versions of ideal societies or various idealistic dreams.
Does it have a special pronunciation compared to English?
Yes. In Spanish, the 'u' sounds like 'oo' (as in 'boot'), not 'you.' Also, the stress is on the 'í' at the end.