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“goodwill” in Spanish

Spanish

Pronunciation

IPA/beneβoˈlenθja/

Example

Él siempre actúa con benevolencia hacia los demás.

He always acts with goodwill toward others.

Illustration for benevolencia (goodwill)

How to say “goodwill” in Spanish

“Goodwill” in Spanish is benevolencia.

A disposition to wish others well and treat them kindly.

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

Example sentences with benevolencia

Un pequeño gesto de benevolencia puede alegrar a alguien.

A small gesture of goodwill can cheer someone up.

Tips for using benevolencia

  • More common in formal or written Spanish; in everyday conversation amabilidad or buena voluntad are more natural.

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