Independiente (en. Independent)
/independen'te/
Meaning & Definition
EnglishSpanish
adjective
That stands on its own without depending on another.
He is an independent person who makes his own decisions.
Es una persona independiente que toma sus propias decisiones.
That is not subordinate to anyone.
The country became independent after the revolution.
El país se volvió independiente tras la revolución.
That has autonomy.
Students live independently during their time at university.
Los estudiantes viven de forma independiente durante su tiempo en la universidad.
Etymology
It comes from the Latin 'independentem', which means 'not dependent'.
Common Phrases and Expressions
independent of
Despite the circumstances or situations.
independiente de
to be independent
To have the capacity to act on one's own.
ser independiente
to fight for independence
To seek the freedom or autonomy of a group or country.
luchar por la independencia
Related Words
independence
State of being independent; freedom.
independencia
dependent
That depends on something or someone.
dependiente
Slang Meanings
A person who lives alone and supports themselves without assistance.
That girl is very independent; she lives in her own apartment.
Esa chica es muy independiente, vive en su propio departamento.
Someone who is self-sufficient in their daily life.
My friends say I am independent because I never ask for favors.
Mis amigos dicen que soy independiente porque nunca pido favores.