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“ego” in Spanish

Spanish

Pronunciation

IPA/ˈeɣo/

Example

Su ego le impide pedir ayuda.

His ego prevents him from asking for help.

Illustration for ego (ego)

How to say “ego” in Spanish

“Ego” in Spanish is ego.

Self-image that influences how a person values and defends themselves.

Full entry for ego: usage tips, similar words and word origin

Example sentences with ego

Un ego sano ayuda a poner límites.

A healthy ego helps set boundaries.

Tips for using ego

  • Register matters: in formal or clinical contexts "el ego" can be neutral, while in everyday speech it usually carries a negative sense of vanity or selfishness.

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