Spanish Conversation · Level 51
74 words
Spanish word
superstición
Pronunciation
IPA/supeɾstiˈθjon/
Meaning
- feminine nounsuperstition
Example
Esa superstición no tiene sentido.
That superstition doesn't make any sense.
More examples
Todavía hay personas que creen en la superstición.
There are still people who believe in superstition.
Core concept
Belief that certain objects or gestures affect luck despite no evidence.
Common phrases
creer en la superstición
believe in superstition
superstición popular
popular superstition
Similar words
creencia: General conviction or acceptance that something is true, which may persist without proof.
mito: Traditional story or account from culture or history with an unclear factual basis.
tradición: Long-established practice or observance passed down through generations.
costumbre: Habitual behavior or routine regularly practiced by an individual or group.
Definition in Spanish
Creencia sin base racional que atribuye a ciertos hechos, objetos o gestos la capacidad de influir en la suerte o en el resultado de sucesos.
Word origin
From Latin superstitio (super "over" + stare "to stand"), originally describing lingering religious practices and later shifting to mean a groundless belief that hidden forces influence events.
Usage tips
- Labeling someone's belief as 'superstición' can sound dismissive in conversation, so asking about the background first helps avoid offense.
Opposites
- racionalidadrationalitynoun
- cienciasciencenoun
Related words
- supersticiososuperstitiousadjective
- supersticiosamentesuperstitiouslyadverb