How to Say "spontaneous" in Spanish
The most common Spanish word for “spontaneous” is “espontáneo” — use 'espontáneo' when referring to actions, decisions, or events that happen suddenly and without prior planning or deliberation..
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espontáneo
adjectiveB1general
Use 'espontáneo' when referring to actions, decisions, or events that happen suddenly and without prior planning or deliberation.
Examples
Fue una decisión espontánea salir a caminar.
It was a spontaneous decision to go for a walk.
natural
/nah-too-RAHL//na.tuˈɾal/
adjectiveB2general
Use 'natural' to describe someone's behavior or manner that is authentic, unforced, and not artificial or put-on.
Examples
Admiro su forma de actuar tan natural y sin poses.
I admire her very natural and unpretentious way of acting.
Su talento es tan natural que parece que no necesita practicar.
His talent is so effortless that it seems he doesn't need to practice.
Espontáneo vs. Natural
Learners often confuse 'espontáneo' and 'natural' because both can imply a lack of artificiality. Remember, 'espontáneo' relates to the timing and planning of an action (sudden, unplanned), while 'natural' describes the quality of the action itself (genuine, unforced).
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