Legítimos (en. Legitimate)

/leˈxitimos/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishSpanish
adjective
Refers to that which has legal or moral foundation.
Citizens' complaints are legitimate.
Las quejas de los ciudadanos son legítimas.
One that is recognizable and accepted as valid.
The property has legitimate titles.
La propiedad tiene títulos legítimos.
Refers to rights or prerogatives that are considered just.
Workers demand their legitimate rights.
Los trabajadores exigen sus derechos legítimos.

Etymology

From Latin 'legitimus', which means 'legitimate, permitted by law'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

legitimate rights
Rights that are recognized by the law.
derechos legítimos
legitimate acts
Actions carried out based on the law.
actos legítimos
legitimate complaint
Claim that has a valid basis.
queja legítima

Related Words

legitimacy
The quality of being lawful or just.
legitimidad
legitimize
To make something legitimate or recognized as such.
legitimar
legitimization
The process of making something legitimate.
legitimación

Slang Meanings

Something that is considered legal and safe.
That transaction is legitimate, there is no risk.
Esa transacción es legítima, no hay riesgo.
That is original and not a copy or imitation.
That product is legitimate, I bought it at an authorized store.
Ese producto es legítimo, lo compré en una tienda autorizada.