Mentales (en. Mental)

/menˈtales/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishSpanish
adjective
Pertaining to or referring to the mind.
Mental health is important for overall well-being.
La salud mental es importante para el bienestar general.
Distinctive of intellectual abilities.
Mental exercises can help you improve concentration.
Los ejercicios mentales pueden ayudarte a mejorar la concentración.
Referring to psychological processes.
Mental skills are essential for problem-solving.
Las habilidades mentales son esenciales para resolver problemas.

Etymology

From Latin 'mentalis', relating to 'mens', which means mind.

Common Phrases and Expressions

mental health
A state of well-being in which the individual is aware of their abilities.
salud mental
mental strength
Ability to withstand difficult circumstances.
fortaleza mental
mental exercise
Activity that stimulates the brain and improves cognitive functions.
ejercicio mental

Related Words

mind
Set of cognitive processes, such as thinking and memory.
mente
psychology
Science that studies the mind and human behavior.
psicología
emotions
Affective reactions of individuals to certain situations.
emociones

Slang Meanings

To be crazy or out of control.
That idea is very mental, you shouldn't consider it.
Esa idea es muy mental, no la deberías considerar.
To be very intelligent or clever.
That guy is very mental when it comes to solving math problems.
Ese chico es muy mental para resolver problemas matemáticos.