Spanish Conversation · Level 32
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Spanish word
fiel
Pronunciation
IPA/fjel/
Meaning
- adjectiveloyal
Example
Ella es fiel a sus amigos.
She is loyal to her friends.
More examples
Ella ha sido fiel a su pareja durante años.
She has been faithful to her partner for years.
Core concept
Loyal supporter who stands by a person or promise.
Common phrases
amigo fiel
faithful friend
compañera fiel
faithful companion
Similar words
leal: Shows dependable loyalty in personal or professional ties, honoring others' trust.
firme: Maintains a steady, unwavering attitude toward a decision or principle.
Definition in Spanish
Indica lealtad y constancia hacia una persona, causa o promesa sin traicionar la confianza.
Word origin
Derived from Latin fidelis (from fides 'trust, faith'), the term means faithful and reliable.
Usage tips
- Fiel also appears in nonhuman contexts to mean faithful or accurate (for example reproducción fiel), so the correct English equivalent depends on context.