compasión
/kompaˈsjon/feminine
The English word 'compassion' is translated into Spanish as compasión.
compasión is the direct translation of 'compassion' and is universally understood across all Spanish-speaking countries. It refers to a deep awareness of the suffering of another.
Meaning: deep awareness of the suffering of another (noun)
Is it said differently in some regions?
In Argentina, the word solidaridad is frequently used to express compassion or solidarity towards others.
How does it change in a sentence?
compasión is a feminine noun.
How do you pronounce it?
/kompaˈsjon/
Did you know?
- While compasión means 'compassion', in some Spanish contexts it can carry a nuance of 'pity', which might be perceived as condescending rather than equal.
- In many Spanish-speaking cultures, showing compasión is often expressed through the physical act of 'acompañar', meaning to accompany someone in their grief.
- The Spanish word compasión shares its Latin roots with the English 'passion', as both stem from the idea of suffering or endurance.
Examples in context
- El cariño no es compasión.Attachment isn't compassion.This sentence is useful for distinguishing between affection and compasión.Tatoeba #1646994 by wallebot, translation #1646980 by dimitris
- Él sintió dolor y compasión.He felt pain and compassion.This sentence shows how someone might feel both pain and compasión.Tatoeba #1280137 by marcelostockle, translation #738652 by DeSha
- Él despierta compasión en mí.He stirs compassion in me.This sentence illustrates how a person can stir compasión in another.Tatoeba #1600531 by marcelostockle, translation #8160615 by magnificentgoddess
- El doctor mostró compasión hacia sus pacientes.The doctor showed compassion towards his patients.
- Es importante tener piedad y ayudar a los desfavorecidos.It is important to have compassion and help the less fortunate.
- Qué pena que estés pasando por estoIt's such a pity that you're going through this
- Siento mucho lo que te ha sucedidoI'm so sorry for what happened to you.
- Me conmovió su historia de vida.His life story moved me.
- 6 more sentences on Tatoeba
Example conversation
Mateo and Sofía are discussing a local charity volunteer project.
- MateoSu compasión es realmente admirable.Her compassion is truly admirable.
- SofíaSí, ella tiene mucha compasión.Yes, she has a lot of compassion.
- MateoNecesitamos actuar con más compasión.We need to act with more compassion.
- SofíaTienes razón, Mateo.You are right, Mateo.
Sources
- Wiktionary, “compassion” translations and entries compasión, CC BY-SA 4.0, dump of 2026-09-26.
- Word origins: Wiktionary entries compasión, CC BY-SA 4.0.
- Example sentences: Tatoeba CC BY 2.0 FR.
