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minoría — meaning in English

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English meaning

minority noun A smaller part of a larger group, especially as a proportion of votes, opinions, or numbers.

Senses

minoría is used for these senses in English:

minority The state of being a minor; youth, the period of a person's life prior to reaching adulthood. [from 15th c.]
minority Any subgroup that does not form a numerical majority. [from 18th c.]

minority — full definition

noun A smaller part of a larger group, especially as a proportion of votes, opinions, or numbers.
noun A group of people distinguished by ethnicity, religion, or other traits, who make up a smaller and often disadvantaged part of a larger society.
adj Relating to, or held by, a smaller group rather than the majority.

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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”.

Related Spanish words

minoritario minoridad