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How to Say "unaffected" in Spanish

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auténtica

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Use 'auténtica' when describing someone's natural, genuine behavior or personality, meaning they are true to themselves and not putting on an act.

Examples

Su personalidad es muy auténtica, siempre dice lo que piensa.

Her personality is very sincere/true to herself; she always says what she thinks.

inmune

een-MOO-nehinˈmune

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Choose 'inmune' when you mean someone is not influenced by external factors like emotions, opinions, or criticism, remaining detached or protected.
A calm, smiling person walking through a chaotic scene of flying papers and swirling wind.

Examples

Él es inmune a las críticas de los demás.

He is unaffected by others' criticism.

Los diplomáticos son inmunes a ciertas leyes locales.

Diplomats are exempt from certain local laws.

Nadie es inmune al paso del tiempo.

No one is immune to the passage of time.

Abstract protection

Just like the medical meaning, this uses the word 'a' to show what you aren't affected by (e.g., 'inmune a los insultos').

Confusing 'inmune' with 'seguro'

Mistake: “Estoy inmune en mi casa.”

Correction: Estoy seguro en mi casa. ('Inmune' means you can't be affected or caught by something, not that you are physically 'safe' from danger.)

Authentic vs. Immune

Learners often confuse 'auténtica' and 'inmune' because 'unaffected' can imply both being genuine and being emotionally unaffected. Remember, 'auténtica' refers to one's true nature, while 'inmune' describes a lack of influence from external factors.

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