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“sedentary” in Spanish

Spanish

Pronunciation

IPA/seðenˈtaɾjo/

Example

Mi trabajo es muy sedentario.

My job is very sedentary.

Illustration for sedentario (sedentary)

How to say “sedentary” in Spanish

“Sedentary” in Spanish is sedentario.

Office worker who remains seated through the workday.

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

Example sentences with sedentario

Muchas personas llevan un estilo de vida sedentario.

Many people lead a sedentary way of life.

Tips for using sedentario

  • When describing a lasting trait use ser (es sedentario) or phrases like vida sedentaria, while estar sentado describes a temporary seated state.

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