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How to Say "thriving" in Spanish

The most common Spanish word for “thriving” is “próspero” — use 'próspero' when describing something or someone that is growing, developing well, or experiencing success, often used in wishes for the future..

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próspero

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Use 'próspero' when describing something or someone that is growing, developing well, or experiencing success, often used in wishes for the future.

Examples

¡Te deseo un próspero Año Nuevo!

I wish you a prosperous New Year!

prosperidad

/prohs-peh-ree-DAHD//pɾos.pe.ɾiˈðað/

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Use 'prosperidad' to refer to the state or condition of being successful, wealthy, or flourishing.
A lush, green garden with a small fruit tree overflowing with ripe apples, a basket of vegetables, and a bright sun shining above.

Examples

Te deseo mucha salud y prosperidad en el año nuevo.

I wish you much health and prosperity in the new year.

El país entró en una era de prosperidad económica.

The country entered an era of economic prosperity.

La educación es la clave para la prosperidad de un pueblo.

Education is the key to a people's prosperity.

Identifying Gender

Most Spanish words that end in '-dad' (like 'prosperidad', 'felicidad', or 'ciudad') are feminine. This means you should always use 'la' or 'una' with them.

Abstract Nouns

Because 'prosperidad' is an abstract idea, we usually use it in the singular form, just like we do with 'prosperity' in English.

Gender confusion

Mistake: “El prosperidad es importante.”

Correction: La prosperidad es importante. Remember: '-dad' endings are feminine 'la' words!

Adjective vs. Noun

The most common mistake is using the noun 'prosperidad' when you need an adjective like 'próspero'. Remember that 'próspero' modifies a noun (like 'Año Nuevo'), while 'prosperidad' is the state itself.

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