noun

el orgullo

pride

Sentimiento de satisfacción por lo que uno es o hace, o por algo de una persona cercana.

Definition & meaning

  1. Pride (positive sense): A feeling of deep pleasure or satisfaction derived from one's own achievements, the achievements of those with whom one is closely associated, or from qualities or possessions that are widely admired. It implies a sense of self-respect and dignity.
  2. Arrogance/Hubris (negative sense): An excessive belief in one's own abilities or superiority. It refers to a feeling of being better than others, often characterized by haughtiness or disdain.

Grammar & Word origin

  • Part of speech: Masculine noun.
  • Origin: The word originates from the Old Spanish orgullo, which likely comes from the Old Catalan orgull or the Old Occitan orgolh, ultimately tracing back to a Germanic source related to the Old High German urgōli (excess).

Synonyms & antonyms

Synonyms:

  • Satisfacción (in the positive sense of accomplishment)
  • Dignidad (referring to self-respect)
  • Soberbia (in the negative sense of arrogance)
  • Vanidad (referring to conceit)
  • Altivez (referring to haughtiness)

Antonyms:

  • Humildad (humility)
  • Modestia (modesty)
  • Vergüenza (shame/embarrassment)

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Examples

Siento un gran orgullo por mi equipo.noun

I feel great pride for my team.

Mi hermano habla de su trabajo con mucho orgullo.noun

My brother talks about his job with a lot of pride.

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