Igualdad (en. Equality)

/iɡwalˈðað/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishSpanish
noun
State of being equal in rights and opportunities.
Equality between men and women is a fundamental goal.
La igualdad entre hombres y mujeres es un objetivo fundamental.
Principle of justice that requires everyone to be treated the same way.
Equality before the law is a pillar of democracy.
La igualdad ante la ley es un pilar de la democracia.
Condition that ensures that differences do not impede access to basic rights.
Education must promote equality among all children.
La educación debe promover la igualdad entre todos los niños.

Etymology

From Latin 'aequalitas', which means 'level' or 'equality'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

gender equality
Condition of equality between men and women in rights and opportunities.
igualdad de género
fight for equality
Effort to achieve equality of rights and opportunities for all.
lucha por la igualdad
social equality
State in which all members of society have the same opportunities and rights.
igualdad social

Related Words

equity
Justice that seeks to treat different people equally in diverse situations.
equidad
discrimination
Unequal treatment of people based on race, gender, religion, etc.
discriminación
human rights
Set of rights inherent to all human beings.
derechos humanos

Slang Meanings

Job equal
Sure, but the job you do, they should also do the same.
Seguro, pero la chamba igual que tú haces, ellos también deberían hacer.
Bro equal
You are my bro too, no matter what happens.
Eres mi pana igual, no importa lo que pase.