Spanish Conversation · Level 24
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Spanish word
dicha
Pronunciation
IPA/ˈditʃa/
Meaning
- feminine noungood fortune
Example
Tuve la dicha de encontrar trabajo.
I had the good fortune to find work.
More examples
Fue una dicha que llegaran a tiempo.
It was a good fortune that they arrived on time.
Core concept
A blessed or fortunate occurrence tied to a particular moment.
Common phrases
tener la dicha de
have the good fortune to
ser una dicha
be a good fortune
qué dicha
what good fortune
Similar words
suerte: Good luck that comes by chance or coincidence in a given situation.
fortuna: A large, life-changing good fortune or prosperity that alters circumstances.
felicidad: A deep, lasting sense of inner contentment and personal well-being.
alegría: A brief, bright burst of cheerful happiness or lively pleasure.
Definition in Spanish
Denota felicidad ligada a un suceso favorable o a la buena fortuna personal.
Word origin
The word derives from the past participle dicho (from the verb decir, ultimately Latin dictus) and takes the idea of a spoken blessing into the modern sense of personal good fortune.
Usage tips
- Commonly used in formal or written contexts, dicha sounds more elevated than suerte and frequently marks gratitude for a fortunate event.