introvertido
/intɾobeɾˈtido/masculine
The English phrase "introvert" is translated into Spanish as introvertido.
In Spanish, introvertido/a can function as both a noun, meaning an introvert and an adjective, meaning an introverted person. It describes someone who focuses primarily on their own mind, feelings or affairs, such as someone who enjoys spending time alone (les gusta pasar tiempo a solas).
Meaning: one who focuses primarily on their own mind, feelings, or affairs (noun)
Which one should you use?
The direct antonym of introvertido is extrovertido.
How does it change in a sentence?
The word changes based on gender and number: use introvertida for a feminine singular subject, introvertidos for masculine plural and introvertidas for feminine plural.
How do you pronounce it?
/intɾobeɾˈtido/
Did you know?
- The suffix -ido in introvertido comes from the Latin past participle, making the word function grammatically as if the person has been 'turned inward'.
- To describe someone who is extremely introverted or withdrawn, Spanish uses the vivid expression estar en su mundo, which literally means 'to be in their own world'.
- In many Spanish-speaking cultures, describing someone as introvertido can sometimes carry a slightly more negative connotation of being 'antisocial' compared to the more neutral English usage.
Examples in context
- Él es un poco introvertido.He is a bit of an introvert.
- Mi hermano es muy introvertido.My brother is very introverted.
- Un introvertido suele preferir la calma.An introvert usually prefers calm.
Example conversation
María and Mateo are discussing their friend at a cafe.
- María¿Crees que Lucas es introvertido?Do you think Lucas is an introvert?
- MateoSí, él es un introvertido muy tranquilo.Yes, he is a very quiet introvert.
- MaríaEs cierto, prefiere estar solo.It is true, he prefers to be alone.
- MateoEso es típico de él.That is typical of him.
Sources
- Wiktionary, “introvert” translations and entries introvertido, CC BY-SA 4.0, dump of 2026-09-26.
