holístico
/oˈlistiko/
The English phrase 'wholistic' is translated into Spanish as holístico.
How does it change in a sentence?
The adjective holístico changes its ending to agree with the gender and number of the noun it describes: use holística for a feminine noun, holísticos for a masculine plural noun and holísticas for a feminine plural noun.
How do you pronounce it?
/oˈlistiko/
Did you know?
- The word holístico shares a root with the Greek word holos, meaning 'whole', which is also the ancestor of the English word 'hologram'.
- In Spanish medical and academic circles, holístico is sometimes viewed with skepticism, as it can be seen as a 'buzzword' used by pseudo-scientific practitioners.
- While holístico is used in medicine and philosophy, Spanish speakers often use the word integral to describe a 'wholistic' approach to education or health.
Examples in context
- El enfoque integral de la medicina tiene como objetivo abordar el bienestar del paciente en su totalidad.The integral approach of medicine aims to address the patient's well-being in its entirety.
- Me gusta esta terapia alternativa porque tiene un enfoque completo hacia la salud.I like this alternative therapy because it has a complete approach towards health.
- Necesitamos un enfoque holístico para este problema.We need a holistic approach to this problem.
- Su método de medicina es muy holístico.Her method of medicine is very holistic.
- Prefiero un plan de bienestar holístico.I prefer a holistic wellness plan.
Example conversation
Daniel and María are discussing a new health program at work.
- Daniel¿Qué opinas del nuevo programa de salud?What do you think of the new health program?
- MaríaMe gusta porque es un modelo holístico.I like it because it is a holistic model.
- DanielEs cierto, considera todas nuestras necesidades.It's true, it considers all our needs.
- MaríaSí, es muy completo para nosotros.Yes, it is very complete for us.
Sources
- Pronunciation: Wiktionary entry holístico, CC BY-SA 4.0, dump of 2026-09-26.
