relaciones saludables
/relaθjones saludables/from spelling rules
The English phrase "healthy relationships" is translated into Spanish as relaciones saludables.
In formal contexts, you may encounter the phrase Mantener relaciones saludables to mean "maintaining healthy relationships" or the more formal alternative Cultivar vínculos saludables, which translates to "cultivating healthy bonds".
What does it mean word for word?
The phrase is composed of the noun relaciones (relationships) and the adjective saludables (healthy).
Which one should you use?
You can also use the synonym relaciones sanas to mean "healthy relationships".
How does it change in a sentence?
To refer to a single healthy relationship, use the singular forms relación saludable or its synonym relación sana.
How do you pronounce it?
/relaθjones saludables/
Did you know?
- In many Spanish-speaking cultures, the idea of a healthy relationship is often tied to familismo, a strong social value prioritizing the extended family over individual desires.
- In Spanish, the word relación can refer to a romantic partnership or a simple narrated account of events, such as a report or a story.
- When using vínculos to mean 'bonds' in the context of healthy relationships, the word literally refers to a physical tie or a shackle.
Examples in context
- Es importante tener relaciones saludables.It is important to have healthy relationships.
- Ella valora las relaciones saludables en su vida.She values healthy relationships in her life.
- Aprendimos sobre las relaciones saludables en la clase.We learned about healthy relationships in class.
Example conversation
Sofía and Daniel are discussing their views on friendship.
- SofíaMe importa mucho tener relaciones saludables.Having healthy relationships is very important to me.
- DanielEstoy de acuerdo, Sofía.I agree, Sofía.
- Sofía¿Qué piensas que define las relaciones saludables?What do you think defines healthy relationships?
- DanielCreo que el respeto es fundamental, Sofía.I think respect is fundamental, Sofía.
Sources
- IPA marked “from spelling rules” is derived from standard Spanish spelling, where Wiktionary gives none.
