Spanish Conversation · Level 27
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Spanish word
fidelidad
Pronunciation
IPA/fiðeliˈðað/
Meaning
- feminine nounloyalty
Example
La fidelidad de mi perro me sorprende.
My dog's loyalty surprises me.
More examples
Demostrar fidelidad fortalece la relación.
Showing loyalty strengthens the relationship.
Core concept
A steady bond that keeps someone true to a promise, belief, or person.
Common phrases
mostrar fidelidad
show loyalty
fidelidad en la pareja
faithfulness in a relationship
mantener fidelidad
maintain loyalty
Similar words
lealtad: Loyal allegiance rooted in duty or ties to a person, group, or cause.
confianza: Feeling of confidence that someone will act reliably and honestly.
compromiso: Commitment to fulfill promises and responsibilities through action.
dedicación: Focused devotion that allocates time and energy to work or people.
Definition in Spanish
Cualidad de ser fiel o constante con una persona, una idea o una promesa.
Word origin
Derived from Latin fidelis and fides through medieval Latin fidelitas, originally meaning faithfulness or trust.
Usage tips
- The noun is feminine (la fidelidad) and usually links to its object with a, as in fidelidad a una persona or fidelidad a una causa, so watch the preposition.
Other meanings
- faithfulnessnoun
Opposites
- infidelidadinfidelitynoun
- traiciónbetrayalnoun
Related words
- fidelizarfoster loyaltyverb
- fidelísimoextremely loyaladjective