Spanish Conversation · Level 83
59 words
Spanish word
sincero
Pronunciation
IPA/sinˈθeɾo/
Meaning
- adjectivehonest
Example
Sé sincero conmigo.
Be honest with me.
More examples
Pareció sincero cuando explicó lo que pasó.
He seemed honest when he explained what happened.
Core concept
A clear, unvarnished statement.
Common phrases
parecer sincero
seem honest
ser sincero
be honest
tan sincero
so honest
Similar words
honesto: Acts with moral integrity, avoiding lies, fraud, or unfair behavior.
franco: Expresses thoughts and feelings openly and bluntly, not holding back.
directo: Delivers messages concisely and plainly, focusing on the main point.
abierto: Maintains an accessible, sharing attitude and invites conversation about feelings.
Definition in Spanish
Que expresa con franqueza lo que piensa o siente, sin ocultar ni disfrazar sus palabras.
Word origin
From Latin sincerus 'pure, genuine', the term came to describe speech without disguise.
Usage tips
- Sincero often highlights emotional transparency and openness more than strict factual accuracy.
Other meanings
- sincereadjective
- frankadjective
Opposites
- insinceroinsincereadjective
Related words
- sinceridadsinceritynoun
- sinceramentesincerelyadverb