English–Spanish
“submissive” in Spanish
Spanish
Pronunciation
IPA/suˈmiso/
Example
No seas sumiso con tu jefe, di lo que piensas.
Don't be submissive to your boss, say what you think.
How to say “submissive” in Spanish
“Submissive” in Spanish is sumiso.
Person who submits to others' desires.
Example sentences with sumiso
Ante la crítica eligió no ser sumiso y defendió su idea.
Faced with criticism, he chose not to be submissive and defended his idea.
Tips for using sumiso
- Sumiso tends to carry stronger, judgmental connotations than the English 'submissive', so speakers often name the behavior (mostrar docilidad, ceder ante alguien) rather than call someone sumiso.