Spanish Conversation · Level 148
30 words
Spanish word
egocéntrico
Pronunciation
IPA/eɣoˈθentɾiko/
Meaning
- adjectiveself-centered
Example
No seas egocéntrico.
Don't be self-centered.
More examples
Un amigo egocéntrico suele pensar solo en sí mismo.
A self-centered friend usually thinks only of himself.
Core concept
Person standing in the center of a circle while everyone else faces them.
Common phrases
ser egocéntrico
be self-centered
un amigo egocéntrico
a self-centered friend
comportamiento egocéntrico
self-centered behavior
Similar words
egoísta: Prioritizes personal gain and desires, withholding help or resources from others.
narcisista: Seeks constant admiration and praise, idealizing oneself and craving attention.
vanidoso: Overly concerned with appearance and reputation, aiming to appear impressive.
ególatra: Worships oneself excessively and behaves with grandiose self-importance.
Definition in Spanish
Se usa para alguien que habitualmente privilegia su propio punto de vista y atrae hacia sí la atención en lugar de considerar a los demás.
Word origin
From Latin ego 'I' plus the Greek root kentron 'center', joined in the combining form -céntrico and adopted into Spanish via French to mean centered on oneself.
Usage tips
- Use egocéntrico when the emphasis is on a habitual focus of attention or viewpoint, and use egoísta when referring to selfish actions that harm others.