How to Say "identity" in Spanish
The most common Spanish word for “identity” is “identidad” — use 'identidad' when referring to a person's sense of self, their cultural background, or the characteristics that define a group..
identidad
ee-den-tee-DAHD/i.ðen.tiˈðað/
Examples
La identidad nacional de un país se construye con el tiempo.
A country's national identity is built over time.
Mi identidad cultural es una mezcla de tradiciones.
My cultural identity is a mix of traditions.
Necesitas mostrar tu documento de identidad para entrar.
You need to show your identity document (ID) to enter.
La empresa sufrió un robo de identidad digital.
The company suffered a digital identity theft.
Gender Rule
Even though this word ends in '-dad', it is always feminine. Remember to use 'la' or 'una' before it: 'la identidad'.
Using the wrong article
Mistake: “El identidad es importante.”
Correction: La identidad es importante. (The noun is always feminine.)
adn
ah-day-EN (The stress is on the last syllable, N)/a.ðeˈen/
Examples
La creatividad está en el adn de este artista.
Creativity is in the DNA (core essence) of this artist.
La innovación está en el adn de nuestra empresa.
Innovation is in the DNA (the core essence) of our company.
La hospitalidad es parte del adn de la cultura andaluza.
Hospitality is part of the DNA (the fundamental identity) of Andalusian culture.
Figurative Use
This meaning refers to the deepest, most characteristic quality of something (a person, a city, or a company), much like a blueprint.
Identidad vs. ADN
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