nounnounadjective

el sabio

wise

Persona que tiene mucho conocimiento y entiende bien las cosas gracias a su experiencia y buen juicio.

Word: sabio

Meaning:
"Sabio" is a Spanish adjective and noun that means wise or sage. It is used to describe a person who has deep knowledge, experience, and good judgment. When used as a noun, it refers to someone recognized for their wisdom, such as a philosopher, scholar, or intellectual.

Explanation:

  • As an adjective, "sabio" describes someone possessing wisdom, intelligence, or insight.

    • Example: Un hombre sabio — A wise man.
  • As a noun, it refers to a sage, a wise person, or a scholar.

    • Example: Los sabios de la antigüedad — The sages of antiquity.

Word Parts:

  • Root: sab- from Latin sapius or sapere, meaning "to be wise" or "to taste."
  • Suffix: -io, a common noun/adjective ending in Spanish.

Synonyms:

  • inteligente (intelligent)
  • erudito (erudite, learned)
  • prudente (prudent)
  • sensato (sensible)
  • entendido (knowledgeable)

Antonyms:

  • ignorante (ignorant)
  • necio (foolish)
  • imprudente (imprudent)
  • torpe (clumsy or slow-witted)

In summary, "sabio" refers to a person with significant knowledge or wisdom, or someone who acts wisely. It can be both an adjective describing such qualities and a noun naming the wise person.

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Examples

Mi abuelo es un hombre sabio y siempre tiene buenos consejos.adjective

My grandfather is a wise man and always has good advice.

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