How to Say "aloof" in Spanish
The Spanish word for “aloof” is “distante” — B1 level. This is a very common word in everyday Spanish.
English → SpanishB1
adjectiveB1
someone who acts superior or detached
Examples
Últimamente mi hermano está muy distante.
Lately, my brother is very distant.
Ella es amable, pero un poco distante con los desconocidos.
She is kind, but a bit aloof with strangers.
Don't use with 'ser' for temporary moods
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