Spanish Conversation · Level 115
59 words
Spanish word
atento
Pronunciation
IPA/aˈtento/
Meaning
- adjectivekind
Example
El vecino fue atento y nos ayudó con las bolsas.
The neighbor was kind and helped us with the bags.
More examples
El camarero fue atento con nosotros durante la cena.
The waiter was kind to us during dinner.
Core concept
Person holding a door open and smiling politely.
Common phrases
ser atento con
be kind to
mostrarse atento con
behave kindly toward
Similar words
amable: Displays warm friendliness and genuine goodwill toward others.
cortés: Behaves with formal politeness and follows social manners.
servicial: Volunteers practical help and actively assists others.
considerado: Takes others' feelings and circumstances into account when acting.
Definition in Spanish
Que trata a los demás con atención y buenos modales, mostrando disposición a ayudar.
Word origin
Derived from Latin attentus via medieval Spanish atender, the adjective names someone who shows careful, polite attention and a willingness to help.
Usage tips
- Atento in social comments usually means considerate or polite, so translate fue muy atento conmigo as 'he was very kind/polite' rather than only 'he was attentive'.