personalidad
/peɾsonaliˈdad/feminine
Personality in Spanish is personalidad.
The word personalidad is used to describe the set of qualities that make a person distinct from others.
Meaning: set of qualities that make a person distinct from other people (noun)
Is it said differently in some regions?
In certain Latin American countries, such as Argentina and Uruguay, the expression modo de ser is used to refer to someone's personality.
How does it change in a sentence?
personalidad is a feminine noun, so it is used with feminine articles such as la or una.
How do you pronounce it?
/peɾsonaliˈdad/
Did you know?
- The root of personalidad comes from the Latin word 'persona', which originally meant a theatrical mask worn by actors. It is fascinating that a person's character is linguistically linked to the mask used to hide one's true face.
- Spanish speakers often use the word temple to describe a person's 'personality' in terms of their emotional strength or resilience. It is a more poetic way to describe someone who remains calm under pressure.
- To describe someone as 'charismatic' or 'having a presence', a Spanish speaker might say they have personalidad without adding any other adjectives.
Examples in context
- Tom tiene doble personalidad.Tom has a dual personality.This sentence is useful for showing how to describe someone with a dual personalidad.Tatoeba #3769326 by hayastan, translation #3410986 by CK
- Él tiene una brusca personalidad.He has an abrasive personality.This sentence is useful for describing an abrasive personalidad.Tatoeba #9769853 by Eremon, translation #3545852 by danieljtah
- Los tirantes hacen mi personalidad.Suspenders make my personality.This sentence is useful for showing how something can define one's personalidad.Tatoeba #2000034 by marcelostockle, translation #1128115 by marcelostockle
- Su personalidad es encantadora y carismática.His/her personality is charming and charismatic.
- Su carácter decidido y perseverante le ha llevado al éxito.His/her determined and persevering character has led them to success.
- ¡Tiene una personalidad increíblemente divertida!He/she has an incredibly fun personality!
- Tienes un carácter alegre y amigable.You have a cheerful and friendly personality.
- Me gusta su modo de ser, es genuino y honesto.I like his/her way of being, he/she is genuine and honest.
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Example conversation
Two friends are discussing a new coworker.
- Elena¿Qué te parece el nuevo compañero?What do you think of the new coworker?
- DanielTiene una personalidad muy amable.He has a very kind personality.
- ElenaSí, es un hombre muy agradable.Yes, he is a very pleasant man.
- DanielSeguro que se llevará bien con todos.I'm sure he will get along well with everyone.
Sources
- Wiktionary, “personality” translations and entries personalidad, CC BY-SA 4.0, dump of 2026-09-26.
- Word origins: Wiktionary entries personalidad, CC BY-SA 4.0.
- Example sentences: Tatoeba CC BY 2.0 FR.
