Independencia (en. Independence)

/inde.penˈden̪θja/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishSpanish
noun
Condition of an entity or person that acts without control or influence from others.
The independence of a country is fundamental for its sovereignty.
La independencia de un país es fundamental para su soberanía.
Freedom from the authority of another.
She seeks her economic independence through work.
Ella busca su independencia económica a través del trabajo.
Absence of emotional or personal dependency.
Emotional independence is vital for good personal development.
La independencia emocional es vital para un buen desarrollo personal.

Etymology

From Latin 'independentia', which means 'not being subject to someone'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

Independence Day
Celebration that commemorates the independence of a country.
día de la independencia
Financial independence
State in which a person can meet their economic needs without relying on others.
independencia financiera
Total independence
Condition in which there is no type of dependency.
independencia total

Related Words

autonomy
Ability of an individual or group to govern themselves.
autonomía
freedom
State of not being imprisoned or restricted.
libertad
sovereignty
Supreme power or complete authority of a state.
soberanía

Slang Meanings

Indie
She is indie because she follows her own path in life.
Ella es indie porque sigue su propio camino en la vida.
Free as the wind
She feels free as the wind since she moved into her own house.
Se siente libre como el viento desde que se mudó a su propia casa.