Spanish Conversation · Level 58
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Spanish word
sano
Pronunciation
IPA/ˈsano/
Meaning
- adjectivehealthy
Example
Para estar sano, come frutas y verduras.
To be healthy, eat fruits and vegetables.
More examples
Dormir bien ayuda a mantenerte sano.
Sleeping well helps keep you healthy.
Core concept
A person acting with sound judgment while in good health.
Common phrases
estar sano
be healthy
cuerpo sano
healthy body
estilo de vida sano
healthy lifestyle
Similar words
saludable: Beneficial for health, especially foods or behaviors that improve physical well-being.
activo: Characterized by regular physical activity and an active daily routine.
Definition in Spanish
Que goza de buena salud física o mental, o que actúa con sensatez.
Word origin
From Latin sanus 'healthy, sound', the Spanish term preserves both the idea of physical health and the older meaning of mental soundness or sensible conduct.
Usage tips
- Sano and saludable overlap with 'healthy', but sano often emphasizes general soundness or sensible behavior while saludable often focuses on health effects or habits.