Eruditos (en. Scholars)

/eruˈditos/

Meaning & Definition

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noun
A person distinguished by their deep knowledge in one or several disciplines.
The erudites of antiquity left an invaluable legacy for future generations.
Los eruditos de la antigüedad dejaron un legado invaluable para las futuras generaciones.
An individual who has dedicated their life to study and research.
She is an erudite in medieval history.
Ella es una erudita en historia medieval.
A person who has specialized knowledge in a specific area.
The erudites in political science debated the current situation of the country.
Los eruditos en ciencias políticas debatieron sobre la situación actual del país.

Etymology

It derives from the Latin 'eruditus', the past participle of 'erudire', which means 'to instruct, to educate'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

experts in the subject
Experts in the specific subject.
eruditos en el tema
to be erudite
To have extensive knowledge and specialization.
ser erudito
the erudites opine
People with knowledge in the field make their comments.
los eruditos opinan

Related Words

erudition
Deep and extensive knowledge in various areas.
erudición
doctrine
A set of principles or norms that are taught or doctrined.
doctrina
wisdom
The ability to make judgments and decisions based on broad and deep knowledge.
sabiduría

Slang Meanings

Very intelligent people who know a lot.
That discussion was full of erudites; it was very enlightening.
Esa discusión estuvo llena de eruditos, fue muy iluminador.
People who often give lessons about everything.
Don't be erudite; life is not just theory.
No seas erudito, la vida no es solo teoría.