Spanish Conversation · Level 89
60 words
Spanish word
amabilidad
Pronunciation
IPA/amaβiliˈðað/
Meaning
- feminine nounkindness
Example
Gracias por tu amabilidad.
Thank you for your kindness.
More examples
¿Por qué no tratas a todos con amabilidad?
Why don't you treat everyone with kindness?
Core concept
Polite, considerate behavior toward others.
Common phrases
un gesto de amabilidad
a gesture of kindness
responder con amabilidad
respond with kindness
Similar words
cortesía: Polite language and formal manners that show respect in social interactions.
bondad: Innate kindness and compassion expressed through caring behavior toward others.
simpatía: Warm, approachable friendliness that makes others feel comfortable and liked.
consideración: Thoughtful attention to others' feelings or needs, shown through considerate acts.
Definition in Spanish
Cualidad de ser atento y considerado con otras personas, mostrando cortesía y buena voluntad.
Word origin
Derived from amable + -idad, with amable tracing to Latin amabilis (from amare 'to love'), the suffix -idad turns the adjective into the quality or state of being kind.
Usage tips
- Amabilidad overlaps with cortesía and buena voluntad; use amabilidad for attentive, polite behavior and buena voluntad when emphasizing friendly intent.