Spanish word

sensato

Pronunciation

IPA/senˈsato/

Meaning

  • adjectivesensible

Example

Es una decisión sensata.

It's a sensible decision.

Illustration for sensato (sensible)

More examples

Pide un consejo sensato cuando tengas dudas.

Ask for sensible advice when you have doubts.

Core concept

A prudent, well-reasoned choice.

Common phrases

  • consejo sensato

    sensible advice

  • actitud sensata

    sensible attitude

  • respuesta sensata

    sensible response

Similar words

prudente: Cautious and attentive to potential dangers or risks.
juicioso: Thoughtful and making sound judgments before acting.
razonable: Fair and moderate, guided by common sense and practicality.

Definition in Spanish

Que muestra prudencia y reflexión al elegir entre opciones, sin dejarse llevar por la prisa.

Word origin

From Latin sensus 'sense' (from sentire 'to feel'), Spanish sensato developed to describe someone or something showing good judgment.

Usage tips

  • Spanish sensible means 'sensitive', so sensato is the appropriate word when meaning 'sensible' in the English sense of 'reasonable'.

Other meanings

  • cautiousadjective
  • thoughtfuladjective

Opposites

  • insensatofoolishadjective
  • imprudenteimprudentadjective

Related words

  • sensatezgood sensenoun
  • sensatamentesensiblyadverb

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