identidad
/identiˈdad/feminine
The English word "identity" is identidad in Spanish.
identidad is used to describe the difference or character that marks off an individual or group from the rest. In academic or psychological contexts, the term autoidentificación is used to refer to the process of self-identification.
Meaning: the difference or character that marks off an individual or group from the rest (noun)
How does it change in a sentence?
identidad is a feminine noun, so it is preceded by the feminine article la (e.g., la identidad). The plural form of identidad is identidades.
How do you pronounce it?
/identiˈdad/
Did you know?
- In some regions, a person might say perder la identidad not only to mean losing their sense of self but also to literally lose their ID documents.
- In Spanish literature, the struggle for identidad is a central theme in 'Magic Realism', where characters often possess shifting or dual identities.
- While English speakers use 'identity' for many things, Spanish speakers often use identidad specifically when discussing the concept of 'sameness' or 'equality' in mathematical or logical contexts.
Examples in context
- No reveló su identidad.He didn't reveal his identity.This sentence is useful for seeing how to use identidad in the context of revealing one's identity.Tatoeba #5131101 by don_ramon, translation #300081 by CK
- Él asumió una nueva identidad.He assumed a new identity.This sentence shows how to use identidad when discussing assuming a new identity.Tatoeba #1220353 by marcelostockle, translation #300748 by CM
- Prepara tu carnet de identidad.Prepare your identity card.This sentence demonstrates the use of identidad when referring to an identity card.Tatoeba #10696421 by Shishir, translation #10696137 by tokzyk
- La identidad es un aspecto fundamental de nuestra sociedad.Identity is a fundamental aspect of our society.
- Cada uno tiene su propia identidad personal.Each person has their own personal identity.
- Estoy en una etapa de mi vida donde me pregunto quién soy.I'm at a stage in my life where I question who I am.
- Cada persona tiene una personalidad única que refleja su identidad.Each person has a unique personality that reflects their identity.
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Example conversation
Elena and Daniel are discussing a sociology project.
- Elena¿Crees que la identidad nacional influye?Do you think national identity influences it?
- DanielSí, Elena, afecta mucho la percepción.Yes, Elena, it affects perception a lot.
- ElenaDaniel, el estudio es muy complejo.Daniel, the study is very complex.
- DanielLo sé, pero será interesante.I know, but it will be interesting.
Sources
- Wiktionary, “identity” translations and entries identidad, CC BY-SA 4.0, dump of 2026-09-26.
- Example sentences: Tatoeba CC BY 2.0 FR.
