Spanish Conversation · Level 98
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Spanish word
altruista
Pronunciation
IPA/alˈtɾwista/
Meaning
- adjectiveselfless
Example
Mi amiga es altruista.
My friend is selfless.
More examples
En la emergencia, un voluntario fue altruista y ayudó a todos.
During the emergency, a volunteer was selfless and helped everyone.
Core concept
An enduring, selfless concern for others' welfare.
Common phrases
una persona altruista
a selfless person
acto altruista
a selfless act
actitud altruista
a selfless attitude
Similar words
desinteresado: Puts others' interests ahead of personal gain when acting.
solidario: Offers solidarity by standing with and assisting people facing difficulties.
compasivo: Responds to others' suffering with heartfelt empathy and a desire to help.
generoso: Readily shares resources or time, giving generously to others.
Definition in Spanish
Que refleja una disposición constante a ayudar a los demás sin esperar recompensa personal.
Word origin
Altruista derives from French altruiste/altruisme and ultimately from Latin alter 'other', with Spanish -ista marking the adjective or person who shows that quality.
Usage tips
- Altruista keeps the same form for masculine and feminine, so gender is shown by the article or context rather than by the adjective ending.