humilde

humble, modest

Intermediate Adjective
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Pronunciation

/uˈmil.de/

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Cultural Note

Humility is highly prized in Spanish-speaking cultures. Being 'humilde' is one of the greatest compliments — it suggests someone hasn't let success change them. The word also carries a secondary meaning of modest economic background ('de origen humilde'). In Catholic-influenced cultures, humility is considered a cardinal virtue.

📝 Example Sentences

A pesar de su éxito, sigue siendo muy humilde.

Despite his success, he remains very humble.

Viene de una familia humilde.

She comes from a humble family.

Me gusta la gente humilde y sencilla.

I like humble and down-to-earth people.

📊 Adjective Forms

Gender Form
feminine humilde
masculine humilde
feminine_plural humildes
masculine_plural humildes

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