How to Say "pride" in Spanish
The Spanish word for “pride” is “orgullo” — A2 level. This is a very common word in everyday Spanish.
English → SpanishA2
nounA2
satisfaction in one's own achievements or those of someone close
Examples
Siento mucho orgullo por haber terminado la carrera.
I feel a lot of pride for having finished the degree.
Mi hijo es mi mayor orgullo.
My son is my greatest pride (or: my greatest source of pride).
Es un orgullo representar a mi país.
It is an honor/a source of pride to represent my country.
Using 'Orgullo' with Verbs
You typically use 'sentir' (to feel) or 'tener' (to have) with 'orgullo': 'Siento orgullo' or 'Tengo orgullo'.
Confusing the Adjective
Mistake: “Using *orgullo* (the noun) instead of *orgulloso* (the adjective) to describe a person, e.g., 'Yo soy orgullo.'”
Correction: Use the adjective: 'Yo soy orgulloso/a' (I am proud).
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