amable
kind
Persona que trata bien a los demás, es educada y ayuda cuando puede.
Definition & meaning
The word amable is a common Spanish adjective used to describe someone or something that is pleasant, kind, or likable.
- Kind or friendly: Referring to a person who behaves in a considerate, polite, and helpful manner towards others.
- Pleasant or nice: Referring to a thing, a place, or a situation that is agreeable or easy to deal with.
Grammar & Word origin
Grammar: It is an adjective that functions as gender-neutral; it does not change its form regardless of whether the noun it describes is masculine or feminine (e.g., el hombre amable, la mujer amable). Its plural form is amables .
Word origin: The word comes from the Latin term amabilis, which is derived from the verb amare (to love). Literally, it translates to "worthy of being loved" or "lovable."
Synonyms & antonyms
Synonyms:
- Cordial : Warm and friendly.
- Simpático : Nice or pleasant personality.
- Atento : Attentive or considerate.
- Agradable : Pleasing or nice.
Antonyms:
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Examples
Juan es una persona muy amable.adjective
Juan is a very kind person.
Mi vecina es muy amable.adjective
My neighbor is very kind.
Carlos es un hombre amable.adjective
Carlos is a kind man.
Mi profesora es amable con sus estudiantes.adjective
My teacher is kind to her students.
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