Infidelidad (en. Infidelity)
/infiðeliˈðað/
Meaning & Definition
EnglishSpanish
noun
The act of being unfaithful in a romantic relationship.
His infidelity broke the trust in their marriage.
Su infidelidad rompió la confianza en su matrimonio.
The lack of loyalty or commitment towards something or someone.
The infidelity to the company’s ethical principles was evident.
La infidelidad a los principios éticos de la empresa fue evidente.
Etymology
From the Latin 'infidelitas', meaning 'not faithful'.
Common Phrases and Expressions
to be unfaithful
Not being loyal to a person with whom one has a commitment.
ser infiel
marital infidelity
Infidelity between spouses in a marriage.
infidelidad conyugal
to forgive infidelity
Accepting to move forward despite betrayal in a relationship.
perdonar la infidelidad
Related Words
fidelity
Loyalty and fulfillment of commitments in a relationship.
fidelidad
disloyalty
Lack of loyalty or betrayal to someone.
deslealtad
betrayal
Act of being disloyal or unfaithful.
traición
Slang Meanings
To put on the horn
He cheated on his girlfriend.
Él le coló el cuerno a su novia.
To have an affair
She is having an affair with her boss.
Ella está teniendo un affair con su jefe.