Spanish Conversation · Level 118
59 words
Spanish word
infelicidad
Pronunciation
IPA/infeliθiˈðað/
Meaning
- feminine noununhappiness
Example
Su infelicidad era evidente.
His unhappiness was evident.
More examples
Intento superar la infelicidad con apoyo y terapia.
I try to overcome unhappiness with support and therapy.
Core concept
A lone person sitting with head bowed.
Common phrases
superar la infelicidad
overcome unhappiness
síntomas de infelicidad
symptoms of unhappiness
luchar contra la infelicidad
fight against unhappiness
Similar words
tristeza: A sinking, immediate sadness that weighs on the heart.
melancolía: A quiet, wistful sadness focused on past memories or loss.
amargura: A bitter, resentful pain born of betrayal or deep disappointment.
desdicha: A painful state caused by misfortune or unlucky circumstances.
Definition in Spanish
Falta o ausencia de felicidad o bienestar que afecta al ánimo de una persona.
Word origin
From Latin infelicitas, from prefix in- 'not' plus felicitas 'happiness or good fortune', originally meaning the absence of happiness.
Usage tips
- Infelicidad is more abstract than tristeza and speakers often add a cause or duration (una infelicidad pasajera, la infelicidad por una pérdida) to clarify whether it is temporary.