Ideales (en. Ideals)

/iˈðeales/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishSpanish
noun
Concepts or standards that are considered a model to follow.
His ideals of justice and fairness have guided his career.
Sus ideales de justicia y equidad han guiado su carrera.
Goals or aspirations that are considered the best.
We fight for ideals of peace and harmony.
Luchamos por ideales de paz y armonía.
Deep beliefs that influence a person's behavior.
His ideals have been shaped by his education and experiences.
Sus ideales han sido moldeados por su educación y experiencias.

Etymology

From the Greek 'ideon', which means 'form' or 'model'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

ideals to follow
Principles that should be imitated or respected.
ideales a seguir
to pursue ideals
Actively seeking to achieve what is considered desirable.
perseguir ideales
to live according to ideals
Acting according to one's values and principles.
vivir según ideales

Related Words

idealism
Philosophical doctrine that holds that reality is based on ideas.
idealismo
idealist
A person who has ideals and seeks to make them a reality.
idealista
identical
That is equal to or very similar to another thing.
idéntico

Slang Meanings

To have high standards in life.
She is one of those who has always had ideals.
Ella es de las que siempre ha tenido ideales.
To seek the unattainable.
Sometimes it seems like she is dreaming of ideals.
A veces parece que está soñando con ideales.