Spanish Conversation · Level 111
59 words
Spanish word
innato
Pronunciation
IPA/inˈnato/
Meaning
- adjectiveinnate
Example
Tiene un talento innato para la música.
He has an innate talent for music.
More examples
Aunque recibió entrenamiento, su aptitud innata para el idioma era evidente.
Although he had training, his innate aptitude for the language was evident.
Core concept
Inborn trait.
Common phrases
aptitud innata
innate aptitude
rasgo innato
innate trait
Similar words
natural: Naturally occurring attribute that belongs to the original state of a thing.
inherente: An essential internal property that is part of a thing's core makeup.
instintivo: A natural, unlearned reaction or behavior driven by instinct.
Definition in Spanish
Que pertenece a la naturaleza de alguien desde su nacimiento y no deriva de la educación o la experiencia posterior.
Word origin
From Latin innatus (in- 'in' + natus 'born') and therefore denotes a quality present at birth.
Usage tips
- Often a bit formal in conversation, so speakers commonly use de nacimiento or desde niño in casual contexts.
Other meanings
- inbornadjective
Opposites
- adquiridoacquiredadjective
Related words
- innatamenteinnatelyadverb