Libertad (en. Freedom)

/liβeɾˈtað/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishSpanish
noun
Condition in which a person can act in their interest without being hindered.
Freedom of expression is fundamental in a democracy.
La libertad de expresión es fundamental en una democracia.
Inherent right of all human beings.
Freedom is a value that we must defend.
La libertad es un valor que debemos defender.
State of not being imprisoned or in captivity.
After years in prison, he finally regained his freedom.
Después de años de prisión, finalmente recobró su libertad.

Etymology

It derives from the Latin 'libertas', which is related to 'liber', meaning free.

Common Phrases and Expressions

freedom of expression
Right to freely express thoughts or ideas.
libertad de expresión
fight for freedom
Strive to obtain autonomy or rights.
luchar por la libertad
enjoy freedom
Experience the state of being free.
gozar de libertad

Related Words

free
Having freedom.
libre
liberation
Action of freeing someone or something.
liberación

Slang Meanings

To be out on the streets
After getting out of jail, he is finally out on the streets.
Después de salir de la cárcel, finalmente está en la calle.
To put down roots
Now that he has settled into his new home, he feels that he has put down roots.
Ahora que se estableció en su nuevo hogar, siente que ha echado raíces.