empático
/empatiko/from spelling rules
The Spanish word for "empathetic" is empático.
Meaning: empathic (adj)
How does it change in a sentence?
Use empática for feminine nouns. Use empáticos when describing a group of men or a mixed-gender group and use empáticas when describing a group consisting only of women.
How do you pronounce it?
/empatiko/
Did you know?
- Although empático and simpatía are related, simpatía in Spanish often describes a person who is likable, friendly, and charming rather than just someone who feels another person's pain.
- The term empático is a relatively modern addition to the language, as traditional Spanish used descriptions of the heart corazón or the soul alma to convey deep emotional resonance.
- In many Spanish-speaking cultures, being empático is closely linked to the concept of simpatía, a social value that prioritizes harmony and the avoidance of conflict in interpersonal interactions.
Examples in context
- Me solidarizo contigo en estos momentos difíciles.I stand in solidarity with you during these challenging times.
- Entiendo cómo te sientes.I understand how you feel.
- Qué mal lo estás pasando, amigo/a.You're going through a tough time, my friend.
- Estoy aquí para apoyarte en lo que necesites.I'm here to support you in whatever you need.
- Una de las claves para mostrar empatía es utilizar un tono de voz calmado y tranquilizador.One of the keys to showing empathy is to use a calm and reassuring tone of voice.
- Sé que esto puede ser difícil para ti, pero quiero que sepas que estoy aquí para escucharte.I know this can be difficult for you, but I want you to know that I'm here to listen to you.
- Si hay algo en lo que pueda ayudarte, no dudes en decírmelo.If there's anything I can do to help you, don't hesitate to let me know.
- Es una persona muy empática.She is a very empathetic person.
- Ellos son muy empáticos.They are very empathetic.
- Él es un hombre muy empático.He is a very empathetic man.
- Necesito un psicólogo que sea empático.I need a psychologist who is empathetic.
- Tu enfoque es muy empático con los clientes.Your approach is very empathetic toward the customers.
Example conversation
Elena and Daniel are discussing a coworker's behavior.
- ElenaDaniel, creo que nuestro jefe no es nada empático.Daniel, I think our boss is not empathetic at all.
- DanielTienes razón, nunca escucha nuestros problemas.You are right, he never listens to our problems.
- ElenaSer empático ayudaría mucho al equipo.Being empathetic would help the team a lot.
- DanielEspero que cambie su actitud pronto.I hope he changes his attitude soon.
Sources
- IPA marked “from spelling rules” is derived from standard Spanish spelling, where Wiktionary gives none.
