Mutua (en. Mutual)

/muˈtwa/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishSpanish
adjective
That which is reciprocal or occurs between two or more parties.
Mutual relationships are fundamental to building trust.
Las relaciones mutuas son fundamentales para construir confianza.
That which applies to both parties or benefits from one party's action towards the other.
Mutual aid among neighbors is highly valued in the community.
La ayuda mutua entre vecinos es muy apreciada en la comunidad.
Referring to an insurance system that provides coverage to its members.
Mutual insurance companies offer policies tailored to the needs of the insured.
Las sociedades de seguros mutuos ofrecen pólizas adaptadas a las necesidades de los asegurados.

Etymology

It comes from the Latin 'mutuus', which means 'changed' or 'reciprocal'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

mutual aid
Assistance provided among individuals or groups to achieve a common goal.
ayuda mutua
mutual relationship
A bond in which both parties benefit equitably.
relación mutua
mutual exchange
A transaction where both parties offer and receive something of value.
intercambio mutuo

Related Words

mutualism
Term used in biology to describe the beneficial interaction between two organisms.
mutualismo
mutuality
Condition of being mutual; particularly in insurance contexts.
mutualidad

Slang Meanings

Help among friends in an informal way.
There's always a mutual aid between us when one of us runs out of money.
Siempre hay una mutua entre nosotros cuando uno de nosotros se queda sin dinero.
Unconditional support in a relationship.
They have a mutual bond that makes them inseparable.
Tienen una mutua que los hace inseparables.