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    Celosa (en. Jealous)

    /θeˈlosa/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishSpanish
    adjective
    Refers to a person who experiences jealousy or envy towards the achievements or possessions of others.
    She is very jealous with her friends.
    Ella es muy celosa con sus amigos.
    Indicates concern over the possible loss of an affectionate relationship due to the presence of a third person.
    Her partner is jealous and doesn't like her talking much with other guys.
    Su pareja es celosa y no le gusta que hable mucho con otros chicos.
    Describes someone who shows possessiveness in a romantic relationship.
    His jealous attitude makes her uncomfortable.
    La actitud celosa de él la incomoda.

    Etymology

    From Latin 'zelosus', meaning 'envious'.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    to be jealous
    To feel envy or concern about someone else's relationship.
    tener celos
    jealous as a dog
    An expression that indicates someone is very jealous.
    celosa como un perro
    to be jealous
    To feel insecure or uneasy about the attention someone else is receiving.
    estar celosa

    Related Words

    jealousy
    Feeling of envy towards the achievements or possessions of others.
    celos
    jealousy complex
    Disorder characterized by excessive distrust in the partner.
    celotipia
    jealous (masculine)
    Masculine form indicating the same characteristic.
    celoso

    Slang Meanings

    Jealousy
    She is very possessive with her group of friends.
    Ella tiene mucho celo con su grupo de amigos.
    Extreme jealousy
    Her extreme jealousy leads her to check her partner's phone.
    Su celo extremo la lleva a revisar el celular de su pareja.