Spanish word

bienestar

Pronunciation

IPA/bjenesˈtaɾ/

Meaning

  • masculine nounwell-being

Example

El bienestar de mi familia es lo más importante para mí.

My family's well-being is the most important thing to me.

Illustration for bienestar (well-being)

More examples

El gobierno invierte en programas de bienestar social.

The government invests in social welfare programs.

Core concept

Overall quality of life combining health, comfort, and satisfaction.

Common phrases

  • bienestar social

    social welfare

  • bienestar emocional

    emotional well-being

  • salud y bienestar

    health and well-being

Similar words

felicidad: A felt sense of joy and personal fulfillment.
salud: Physical well-being characterized by absence of disease and normal functioning.
tranquilidad: Quiet, settled mind free from agitation and inner unrest.
seguridad: Practical safety and protection that allows feeling secure and at ease.

Definition in Spanish

Estado de bienestar físico y mental que refleja la satisfacción vital de una persona o grupo.

Word origin

Built from the elements bien and estar, literally 'good being', with the Spanish formation reflecting Latin bene and stare.

Usage tips

  • Frequently appears with the definite article el and in discussions about personal or social welfare, while temporary feelings use estar or sentirse instead.

Other meanings

  • comfortnoun
  • quality of lifenoun
  • welfarenoun

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