mândrie

pride

Intermediate Noun Feminine
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Pronunciation

/ˈmɨn.dri.e/

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Cultural Note

Mândrie has a dual nature in Romanian: positive pride in one's achievements or country, and negative pride as stubbornness or arrogance. The word 'mândru' (proud) is also used as a compliment meaning 'beautiful/handsome' in folk language — 'fată mândră' means a beautiful girl in traditional songs.

📝 Example Sentences

Simt o mândrie enormă pentru fiul meu.

I feel enormous pride for my son.

Mândria nu-l lasă să ceară iertare.

Pride won't let him ask for forgiveness.

E o mândrie să fiu român.

It's a pride to be Romanian.

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