Spanish Conversation · Level 22
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Spanish word
introvertido
Pronunciation
IPA/intɾoβeɾˈtiðo/
Meaning
- adjectiveintroverted
Example
Mi amigo es introvertido y prefiere quedarse en casa.
My friend is introverted and prefers to stay home.
More examples
En la oficina, a menudo parece introvertido aunque participa cuando es necesario.
In the office, he often seems introverted even though he participates when necessary.
Core concept
Someone choosing a small gathering over a large party.
Common phrases
parecer introvertido
seem introverted
algo introvertido
a little introverted
introvertido con gente nueva
introverted with new people
Similar words
reservado: Keeps personal feelings and thoughts to oneself, sharing little with others.
tímido: Feels nervous in front of people and acts hesitant or shy in social situations.
retraído: Withdraws from others and keeps to oneself, avoiding social engagement.
solitario: Seeks out being alone and enjoys solitary time over company.
Definition in Spanish
Indica reserva social y preferencia por actividades tranquilas frente a la interacción continua.
Word origin
Derived from Latin intro- 'inward' plus vertere 'to turn', entering Spanish as the adjective introvertido with the sense 'turned inward'.
Usage tips
- Spanish typically uses ser to state personality traits, so a natural phrasing is 'es introvertido' to describe a stable preference for quiet or private activities.
Other meanings
- reservedadjective
- introvertnoun
Opposites
- extrovertidoextrovertedadjective
Related words
- introversiónintroversionnoun
- introvertidamentein an introverted wayadverb