sabio
wise
Intermediate Adjective
🔊
Pronunciation
/ˈsa.βjo/
💡
Cultural Note
'Sabio' implies deep, life-earned wisdom rather than mere intelligence. In Spanish-speaking cultures, elders are traditionally respected as 'sabios,' and their counsel is valued. The word is also used as a noun — 'un sabio' (a wise person/sage). The refranero (collection of proverbs) is considered 'sabiduría popular' (folk wisdom).
📝 Example Sentences
Mi abuela era una mujer muy sabia.
My grandmother was a very wise woman.
Un viejo dicho sabio: más vale prevenir que curar.
A wise old saying: prevention is better than cure.
Fue una decisión sabia.
It was a wise decision.
📊 Adjective Forms
| Gender | Form |
|---|---|
| feminine | sabia |
| masculine | sabio |
| feminine_plural | sabias |
| masculine_plural | sabios |