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“mistrustful” in Spanish

Spanish

Pronunciation

IPA/deskonˈfjaðo/

Example

Soy desconfiado con las personas que no conozco.

I am mistrustful of people I don't know.

Illustration for desconfiado (mistrustful)

How to say “mistrustful” in Spanish

“Mistrustful” in Spanish is desconfiado.

A person keeping others at arm's length.

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

Example sentences with desconfiado

Estoy desconfiado de sus intenciones.

I am suspicious of his intentions.

Tips for using desconfiado

  • Often used with de to mark the target of mistrust (desconfiado de alguien), and speakers choose ser or estar to highlight trait versus temporary feeling.

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