Civilizado (en. Civilized)

/siβiliˈθaðo/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishSpanish

adjective

Characterized by polite and refined conduct.

He is a very civilized man who always treats others with respect.

Es un hombre muy civilizado que siempre trata a los demás con respeto.

Pertaining to or referring to an advanced civilization.

Civilized societies often have complex systems of government.

Las sociedades civilizadas suelen tener sistemas complejos de gobierno.

Said of a person who acts rationally and prudently.

It is important to behave in a civilized manner even in conflict situations.

Es importante comportarse de forma civilizada incluso en situaciones de conflicto.

From the Latin 'civilis', meaning citizen.

civilized to the core

Extremely polite and refined.

civilizado hasta la médula

a civilized treatment

A respectful and polite way of interacting.

un trato civilizado

civilized behavior

Behavior that shows respect and education.

conducta civilizada

civilization

Set of societies that share cultural characteristics.

civilización

culture

Set of knowledge, beliefs, and values of a social group.

cultura

education

Process of acquiring knowledge and skills.

educación

Being very posh or elitist.

She thinks she is very civilized because of her accent.

Ella se cree muy civilizada por su acento.

Acting with moral superiority.

She always criticizes others, as if she were more civilized than they are.

Siempre critica a los demás, como si fuera más civilizada que ellos.