el sano
healthy
Que tiene buena salud y no está enfermo.
Word: sano
Meaning in English:
The adjective sano means "healthy" or "wholesome." It is used to describe someone or something in a state of good health, well-being, or free from illness or defects. It often applies to physical health but can also refer to mental or emotional well-being, or even to habits and lifestyles.
Parts of the word:
- sano comes from the Latin sanus, which means “healthy” or “sound.”
Usage:
- Physical health: "Él está sano" = "He is healthy."
- Habits or lifestyles: "Comida sana" = "Healthy food" or "wholesome food."
Synonyms:
- saludable (healthy)
- robusto (robust, strong)
- bien (well)
- fuerte (strong)
Antonyms:
- enfermo (sick, ill)
- insano (unhealthy, unsound)
- débil (weak)
Other related uses:
- Mental or emotional health: Sometimes sano can refer to mental or emotional soundness (e.g., mente sana = "healthy mind").
- Figurative: Can be used metaphorically to denote something that is morally sound or "wholesome."
Summary:
Sano means "healthy," used to describe physical, mental, or moral health. It is a positive adjective with synonyms like saludable and antonyms like enfermo or insano.
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Examples
El bebé está sano y fuerte.adjective
The baby is healthy and strong.
¿Comiste algo sano en el almuerzo?adjective
Did you eat something healthy for lunch?
Mis abuelos son hombres muy sanos.adjective
My grandparents are very healthy men.
Un estilo de vida sano es importante.adjective
A healthy lifestyle is important.
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