envidiar
to envy
Intermediate Verb
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Pronunciation
/em.biˈðjaɾ/
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Cultural Note
Spanish distinguishes between 'envidia sana' (healthy envy—admiring what others have) and 'envidia mala' (malicious envy). In relationships, saying 'nos envidian' (they envy us) is a source of pride. However, being called 'envidioso/a' (envious) is a significant character criticism.
📝 Example Sentences
Muchos envidian la relación que tenemos.
Many envy the relationship we have.
No envidio a nadie porque te tengo a ti.
I don't envy anyone because I have you.