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“legitimate” in Spanish

Spanish

Pronunciation

IPA/leˈxitimo/

Example

¿Crees que su queja es legítima?

Do you think his complaint is legitimate?

Illustration for legítimo (legitimate)

How to say “legitimate” in Spanish

“Legitimate” in Spanish is legítimo.

A claim with sufficient grounds to be considered fair or justified.

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

Example sentences with legítimo

Tiene un motivo legítimo para quejarse.

He has a legitimate reason to complain.

Tips for using legítimo

  • Legítimo often marks the speaker's judgment that something is justified or acceptable rather than indicating a formal legal decision.

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