How to Say "good sense" in Spanish
The most common Spanish word for “good sense” is “criterio” — use 'criterio' when referring to having a wise perspective or sound judgment, especially when making choices.
criterio
kree-TEH-ryohkɾiˈteɾjo
Examples
Confío en tu criterio para elegir el restaurante.
I trust your judgment to choose the restaurant.
Es un hombre con poco criterio; siempre hace lo que otros dicen.
He is a man with little judgment of his own; he always does what others say.
Debes actuar con criterio en situaciones de riesgo.
You must act with discretion in risky situations.
Using 'A' with Criterio
To say 'In my opinion' using this word, use the phrase 'A mi criterio' or 'Según mi criterio'. It works just like 'In my view'.
Masculine Gender
This word is masculine. Even if a woman is speaking about her own judgment, she says 'mi propio criterio'.
Don't confuse with Criticism
Mistake: “Esa es una mala criterio.”
Correction: Esa es una mala crítica. 'Criterio' is about your ability to judge, while 'crítica' is the actual feedback or criticism you give.
juicio
HWEE-see-ohˈxwi.sjo
Examples
Es una persona con mucho juicio y experiencia.
She is a person with a lot of good sense and experience.
¡Actúa con juicio! No seas impulsivo.
Use your head! Don't be impulsive.
Después de tanto estrés, casi pierdo el juicio.
After so much stress, I almost lost my mind.
Criterio vs. Juicio
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