Spanish word

amable

Pronunciation

IPA/aˈmaβle/

Meaning

  • adjectivekind

Example

Mi vecino es amable y siempre ayuda a los demás.

My neighbor is kind and always helps others.

Illustration for amable (kind)

More examples

Aunque estaba ocupado, fue amable y contestó mi correo.

Although he was busy, he was kind and replied to my email.

Core concept

A gentle, helpful action or remark.

Common phrases

  • actitud amable

    kind attitude

  • trato amable

    polite treatment

  • mostrarse amable

    be kind

Similar words

simpático: Projects warm, easygoing friendliness that puts others at ease.
atento: Notices others' needs and acts considerately to assist them.
cortés: Displays polite, respectful manners and courteous phrasing.
agradable: Creates a pleasant, comfortable atmosphere that feels welcoming.

Definition in Spanish

Que muestra buena disposición y cortesía hacia otras personas en palabras o acciones.

Word origin

Amable derives from the Latin amabilis 'worthy of love', from the verb amare 'to love' plus the suffix -bilis, and enters Spanish with the sense of being disposed to be kind or courteous.

Usage tips

  • The phrase es muy amable commonly thanks someone for a favor or polite deed, so the word often highlights a specific courteous act rather than a deep moral quality.

Other meanings

  • gentleadjective
  • friendlyadjective
  • politeadjective

Opposites

Related words

  • amabilidadkindnessnoun
  • amabilísimoextremely kindadjective

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