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“materialism” in Spanish

Spanish

Pronunciation

IPA/mateɾjaˈlismo/

Example

El materialismo de la gente se nota en sus compras.

People's materialism shows in their purchases.

Illustration for materialismo (materialism)

How to say “materialism” in Spanish

“Materialism” in Spanish is materialismo.

A shopping cart overflowing with packages and gadgets.

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

Example sentences with materialismo

En debates filosóficos, el materialismo se contrapone al idealismo.

In philosophical debates, materialism is contrasted with idealism.

Tips for using materialismo

  • In everyday use materialismo often refers to consumerism and conspicuous consumption rather than strict metaphysics.

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