Spanish Conversation · Level 155
28 words
Spanish word
rígido
Pronunciation
IPA/ˈrixiðo/
Meaning
- adjectivestrict
Example
El profesor es rígido con las reglas.
The teacher is strict about the rules.
More examples
El horario es rígido durante la semana.
The schedule is strict during the week.
Core concept
Locked iron gate that will not budge.
Common phrases
ser rígido con
be strict with
horario rígido
strict schedule
sistema rígido
inflexible system
Similar words
estricto: Enforces rules and expectations firmly, tolerating little deviation or leniency.
inflexible: Shows unwillingness to alter views or behavior in response to new ideas or situations.
severo: Uses strong, severe penalties or strict grading when judging conduct or performance.
riguroso: Adheres to methods and standards with precise, careful attention to detail.
Definition in Spanish
Se usa para describir a una persona, norma o actitud que aplica reglas estrictas y muestra poca flexibilidad ante cambios.
Word origin
From Latin rigidus 'stiff, hard', originally describing physical hardness and later used metaphorically for attitudes, people, or rules that do not bend.
Usage tips
- When speaking about a person, Spanish often uses milder phrasing such as 'tiene normas muy estrictas' or 'le cuesta adaptarse' instead of bluntly labeling someone rígido.
Other meanings
- inflexibleadjective
- stiffadjective
Opposites
- flexibleflexibleadjective
- laxolaxadjective
Related words
- rigidezrigiditynoun
- rígidamentestrictlyadverb
- rigidizarrigidifyverb