Identidad (en. Identity)
/iden-ti-dad/
Meaning & Definition
EnglishSpanish
noun
The quality of being oneself or unique.
Each person has their own identity.
Cada persona tiene su propia identidad.
A set of traits, characteristics, or values that constitute the essence of something or someone.
The cultural identity of a nation is reflected in its history.
La identidad cultural de una nación se refleja en su historia.
The perception one has of oneself.
The search for identity is a common process during adolescence.
La búsqueda de la identidad es un proceso común en la adolescencia.
Etymology
From Latin 'identitas', which comes from 'idem', meaning 'same'.
Common Phrases and Expressions
cultural identity
A set of cultural elements that define a group.
identidad cultural
to make one's identity public
To reveal who we are or personal data.
hacer pública la identidad
to lose one's identity
To cease to recognize oneself or to have a clear sense of self.
perder la identidad
Related Words
identification
Process of establishing a person's identity.
identificación
identity-related
Relating to a person's or group's identity.
identitario
to identify oneself
To recognize or be recognized as part of a group.
identificarse
Slang Meanings
online identity.
Her online identity does not match reality.
Su identidad en línea no coincide con la realidad.
gender identity.
Exploring gender identity is an important topic today.
Explorar la identidad de género es un tema importante en la actualidad.