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How to Say "integrity" in Spanish

The most common Spanish word for “integrity” is “integridad” — use 'integridad' when referring to a person's overall moral quality, especially in positions of authority or responsibility, emphasizing uprightness and incorruptibility.

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integridad

in-te-gri-dadinteɣriˈðað

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Use 'integridad' when referring to a person's overall moral quality, especially in positions of authority or responsibility, emphasizing uprightness and incorruptibility.
A simple illustration showing a child standing confidently next to a tall, unshakeable stone pillar, symbolizing strong moral character and integrity.

Examples

La jueza es conocida por su absoluta integridad y justicia.

The judge is known for her absolute integrity and fairness.

Perdió la elección por cuestionar la integridad de su oponente.

He lost the election for questioning his opponent's integrity.

Valoramos su integridad y por eso le ofrecimos el puesto.

We value his integrity and that's why we offered him the position.

Always Feminine

Like many Spanish nouns ending in '-dad' (e.g., ciudad, verdad), 'integridad' is always feminine. Use 'la' before it.

honestidad

oh-nes-tee-DAHDones-tiˈðað

nounB1
Choose 'honestidad' when emphasizing truthfulness and sincerity in actions and words, or the quality of being morally upright.
A child handing a lost wallet back to a person in a park.

Examples

Valoro mucho tu honestidad.

I value your honesty very much.

Ella respondió con total honestidad.

She answered with total honesty.

La honestidad es fundamental en el trabajo.

Honesty is fundamental at work.

Identifying Feminine Words

Most Spanish words that end in '-dad' are feminine. This means you should use 'la' or 'una' with them, like 'la honestidad'.

Using the wrong gender

Mistake: “el honestidad”

Correction: la honestidad (words ending in -dad are almost always feminine).

coherencia

ko-eh-REHN-syahkoeˈɾenθja

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Use 'coherencia' when the focus is on consistency between someone's actions and their stated beliefs or values.
A person walking along a solid, straight path that matches the direction of their footprints.

Examples

Admiro su coherencia; siempre hace lo que dice.

I admire his integrity; he always does what he says.

Es importante mantener la coherencia personal.

It is important to maintain personal consistency.

No hay coherencia en sus actos.

There is no consistency in his actions.

The preposition 'entre'

When talking about integrity, we often use 'entre' (between) to show the link: 'coherencia entre lo que dice y lo que hace' (consistency between what he says and what he does).

Consistency of Behavior

Mistake: “Saying 'Él tiene consistencia' when you mean he is a man of his word.”

Correction: Say 'Él tiene coherencia'. 'Consistencia' usually refers to how firm an object is or how frequent a habit is.

honor

oh-NORoˈnoɾ

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Employ 'honor' when integrity is linked to a sense of duty, reputation, or respect, often in a more formal or traditional context.
A solemn person standing on a grassy hill at sunrise, holding a clean, illuminated shield, symbolizing integrity and honor.

Examples

Luchó por el honor de su familia.

He fought for his family's honor.

Es un hombre de honor.

He is a man of honor.

Prefiero morir con honor que vivir con vergüenza.

I prefer to die with honor than live with shame.

A Masculine Word That Doesn't End in -O

Even though it ends with an '-r', 'honor' is a masculine word. Always say 'el honor' (the honor) or 'un honor' (an honor).

Using 'la' instead of 'el'

Mistake: “La honor de mi país es importante.”

Correction: El honor de mi país es importante. Remember that 'honor' is masculine, so it needs 'el'.

limpieza

leem-PYEH-sahlimˈpje.sa

nounB1
Consider 'limpieza' when integrity implies moral purity or a lack of corruption, often used metaphorically.
A figure standing resolutely on a solid, unmoving block of white stone, illuminated by a single beam of pure white light, symbolizing unwavering moral integrity.

Examples

Su limpieza de espíritu lo hacía un líder admirable.

His integrity (or purity of spirit) made him an admirable leader.

El presidente destacó la limpieza de sus intenciones.

The president highlighted the purity of his intentions.

Integridad vs. Coherencia

Learners often confuse 'integridad' with 'coherencia'. Remember that 'integridad' refers to a person's overall moral character, while 'coherencia' specifically means acting in line with one's stated values.

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