Familiaridad (en. Familiarity)
/fa.mi.li.a.ɾiˈðad/
Meaning & Definition
EnglishSpanish
noun
State of close knowledge or interaction between people.
The familiarity among coworkers fosters a good work environment.
La familiaridad entre los compañeros de trabajo favorece un buen ambiente laboral.
Degree of knowledge one has about something.
His familiarity with the local culture allowed him to adapt quickly.
Su familiaridad con la cultura local le permitió adaptarse rápidamente.
Relationship of closeness or trust.
The familiarity that exists between them allows them to speak freely.
La familiaridad que existe entre ellos les permite hablar sin reservas.
Etymology
Derived from the Latin 'familiāris', which means 'belonging to a family'.
Common Phrases and Expressions
to know someone well
To know someone in a close or intimate way.
conocer de familiaridad
to have familiarity with something
To have prior knowledge or experience about a subject.
tener familiaridad con algo
to establish familiarity
To establish a close or trust-based bond.
establish familiarity
Related Words
familiar
That which is known or dealt with frequently.
familiar
to familiarize
To make someone accustomed or familiar with something.
familiarizar
Slang Meanings
Close and relaxed interaction among friends.
We speak to each other with great familiarity, as if we were brothers.
Nos hablamos con mucha familiaridad, como si fuéramos hermanos.
Deep knowledge of a situation or place.
His familiarity with the neighborhood allows him to navigate easily.
La familiaridad que tiene con el barrio le permite orientarse fácilmente.