Spanish Conversation · Level 66
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Spanish word
maniático
Pronunciation
IPA/maˈnjatiko/
Meaning
- adjectiveobsessive
Example
Ella es maniática con la limpieza.
She is obsessive about cleaning.
More examples
No te pongas maniático por cada pequeño cambio.
Don't get obsessive about every small change.
Core concept
Extreme, irrational enthusiasm or fixation that distorts a person's behavior or thinking.
Common phrases
persona maniática
obsessive person
maniático con los detalles
obsessive about details
maniático de la limpieza
obsessive about cleanliness
Similar words
obsesivo: Persistently occupied by a thought or emotion, disrupting calm, rational thinking.
compulsivo: Acts repeatedly from an irresistible inner drive, unable to stop the behavior.
perfeccionista: Relentlessly pursues flawlessness, scrutinizing and correcting minute details.
fanático: Single-mindedly absorbed in a belief or hobby, exhibiting fervent, extreme loyalty.
Definition in Spanish
Que muestra una preocupación o un entusiasmo excesivo y fuera de lo racional por una idea, actividad o persona.
Word origin
It derives from Greek mania 'madness' adapted into Latin manīa and Spanish manía, with -ático forming an adjective meaning 'characterized by mania'.
Usage tips
- The word carries a written accent (maniático) and is often heard with a blunt, critical tone, so the accent and the word's negative force are both important to keep in mind.