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How to Say "solitude" in Spanish

The Spanish word forsolitudeis soledadB1 level. This is a very common word in everyday Spanish.

English → SpanishB1
NounB1neutral/formal
The state of being alone, often desired for peace or concentration.
A serene adult sitting cross-legged on a large grey rock overlooking a calm blue mountain lake at sunrise, representing peaceful contemplation.

Examples

Busco la soledad de la montaña para escribir.

I seek the solitude of the mountain to write.

La soledad autoimpuesta le permitió meditar.

The self-imposed solitude allowed him to meditate.

The Tone of Soledad

While 'loneliness' is the most common meaning, 'soledad' can also describe a positive, peaceful state of being alone, similar to the English 'solitude.'

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