Cosmopolita (en. Cosmopolitan)

/kos.mo.poˈli.ta/

Meaning & Definition

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noun
Refers to a person who feels at home anywhere in the world.
He is a cosmopolitan who has lived in several countries.
Es un cosmopolita que ha vivido en varios países.
City or place that exhibits characteristics of diverse cultures.
New York is considered a cosmopolitan city.
Nueva York es considerada una ciudad cosmopolita.
Person who cultivates an open and tolerant lifestyle towards other cultures.
She is very cosmopolitan, always willing to learn from other traditions.
Ella es muy cosmopolita, siempre dispuesta a aprender de otras tradiciones.

Etymology

From Greek 'kosmopolites', meaning 'citizen of the world'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

cosmopolitan city
City where diverse cultures coexist.
ciudad cosmopolita
cosmopolitan lifestyle
Way of living open to global experiences.
estilo de vida cosmopolita
cosmopolitan person
Individual who adopts customs from different cultures.
persona cosmopolita

Related Words

globalization
Process of integration and communication among countries at a global level.
globalización
multiculturalism
Policy or ideal that promotes coexistence among diverse cultures.
multiculturalismo
metropolis
Large city that concentrates resources and population from different origins.
metrópoli

Slang Meanings

Person who travels and knows a lot about the world.
That guy is a cosmopolitan, he’s always in a different country.
Ese tipo es un cosmopolita, siempre está en un país diferente.
Someone who adapts easily to different cultures.
Due to his work, he is very cosmopolitan and understands all people.
Por su trabajo, es muy cosmopolita y entiende a todas las personas.