How to Say "humility" in Spanish
The Spanish word for “humility” is “humildad” — B1 level. This is a very common word in everyday Spanish.
Examples
Aceptó el premio con mucha humildad.
He accepted the award with a lot of humility.
La humildad es una virtud que todos debemos practicar.
Humility is a virtue that we should all practice.
Su humildad lo hace una persona muy querida por todos.
His humility makes him a person very much loved by everyone.
Feminine Nouns in -dad
Spanish words ending in '-dad' (like humility, city, or truth) are almost always feminine. You should use 'la' or 'una' with this word.
Using 'con' instead of adverbs
While English often uses the adverb 'humbly,' Spanish speakers very frequently use the phrase 'con humildad' (with humility) to describe how someone acts.
The 'Silent H' Trap
Mistake: “Pronouncing the 'H' like an English 'H'.”
Correction: In Spanish, the 'H' is always silent. Start the word with the 'u' sound: 'oo-meel-dahd'.
Humildad vs. Humillación
Mistake: “Confusing 'humildad' with 'humillación'.”
Correction: Don't mix them up! 'Humildad' is a positive trait (humility), while 'humillación' (humiliation) is the negative act of making someone feel small or ashamed.
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