Frialdad (en. Coldness)

/fɾialˈðað/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishSpanish
noun
Low temperature, lack of warmth.
The coldness of winter is especially felt in the mornings.
La frialdad del invierno se siente especialmente en las mañanas.
Indifference or distant attitude.
Her coldness while speaking made me doubt her interest.
Su frialdad al hablar me hizo dudar de su interés.
Lack of emotions or affection.
The coldness she showed during the discussion was surprising.
La frialdad que mostró durante la discusión fue sorprendente.

Etymology

From Latin 'frigiditas', which means 'cold'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

coldness of heart
Lack of love or sincere affection.
frialdad de corazón
show coldness
To act in a distant or emotionless manner.
mostrar frialdad
coldness in relationships
Lack of intimacy or emotional connection.
frialdad en las relaciones

Related Words

cold
State or condition of low temperature.
frío
serenity
State of calm and tranquility, which may imply absence of intense emotions.
serenidad
disinterest
Lack of interest or attention towards something or someone.
desinterés

Slang Meanings

Cold attitude towards exciting situations.
Sometimes, her coldness seems like she doesn't care about anything.
A veces, su frialdad parece que no le importa nada.
Indifference in a relationship.
The coldness she shows towards her partner is concerning.
La frialdad que muestra hacia su pareja es preocupante.