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wishful thinking in Spanish

wishful thinking in Spanish is demasiado optimismo, deseo ilusorio, el cuento de la lechera — wishful thinking means the belief that something is true or will happen because you want it to, rather than because there is any evidence for it.

wishful thinking in Spanish

demasiado optimismo

noun

(idiomatic, psychology) The formation of beliefs based on an outcome that aligns with one's desires or hopes, while disregarding evidence, rationality, or reality.

deseo ilusorio

noun

(idiomatic, psychology) The formation of beliefs based on an outcome that aligns with one's desires or hopes, while disregarding evidence, rationality, or reality.

el cuento de la lechera

noun

(idiomatic, psychology) The formation of beliefs based on an outcome that aligns with one's desires or hopes, while disregarding evidence, rationality, or reality.

espejismo

noun

(idiomatic, psychology) The formation of beliefs based on an outcome that aligns with one's desires or hopes, while disregarding evidence, rationality, or reality.

ilusiones

noun

(idiomatic, psychology) The formation of beliefs based on an outcome that aligns with one's desires or hopes, while disregarding evidence, rationality, or reality.

ilusión

noun

(idiomatic, psychology) The formation of beliefs based on an outcome that aligns with one's desires or hopes, while disregarding evidence, rationality, or reality.

What does "wishful thinking" mean?

noun The belief that something is true or will happen because you want it to, rather than because there is any evidence for it.
"Expecting the debt to clear itself is wishful thinking."

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C2 · Advanced serendipity Fortunate discoveries made entirely by accident.

Gen Z slang rizz Charm — the ability to attract a romantic interest.

B2 · Intermediate empathy The capacity to share another person’s feelings.

C1 · Advanced nonchalant Casually calm and relaxed; unconcerned.

Internet slang delulu Delusional — believing something against the odds.

Etymology nostalgia Greek nostos “return home” + algos “pain”.

C2 · Advanced serendipity Fortunate discoveries made entirely by accident.

Gen Z slang rizz Charm — the ability to attract a romantic interest.

B2 · Intermediate empathy The capacity to share another person’s feelings.

C1 · Advanced nonchalant Casually calm and relaxed; unconcerned.

Internet slang delulu Delusional — believing something against the odds.

Etymology nostalgia Greek nostos “return home” + algos “pain”.

wishful thinking in a sentence

Expecting the debt to clear itself is wishful thinking.
Their forecast of a summer recovery looks like wishful thinking to me.

Similar words in Spanish

daydreaming delusion fantasy pipe dream self-deception

Common Spanish translations

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Frequently asked questions

What is "wishful thinking" in Spanish?

"wishful thinking" in Spanish is demasiado optimismo, deseo ilusorio, el cuento de la lechera. wishful thinking means: The belief that something is true or will happen because you want it to, rather than because there is any evidence for it.

How do you use "wishful thinking" in a sentence?

Example: "Expecting the debt to clear itself is wishful thinking." In Spanish, "wishful thinking" is demasiado optimismo, deseo ilusorio, el cuento de la lechera.

Are there other ways to say "wishful thinking" in Spanish?

Yes — Spanish has 6 translations listed for "wishful thinking": demasiado optimismo, deseo ilusorio, el cuento de la lechera, espejismo, ilusiones, ilusión.

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