Mutuo (en. Mutual)
/ˈmutuo/
Meaning & Definition
EnglishSpanish
adjective
That is done reciprocally.
Both parties signed a mutual contract.
Ambas partes firmaron un contrato mutuo.
That exists between two or more people or entities.
Mutual support is fundamental in a friendship.
El apoyo mutuo es fundamental en una amistad.
That is given or received in equal measure.
There is a mutual interest among the project partners.
Hay un interés mutuo entre los socios del proyecto.
Etymology
From Latin 'mutuus', which means 'borrowed' or 'reciprocal'.
Common Phrases and Expressions
mutual support
Reciprocal assistance between individuals or groups.
apoyo mutuo
mutual relationship
Connection or bond that implies reciprocity.
relación mutua
mutual benefit
Advantage that is obtained in a shared manner.
beneficio mutuo
Related Words
mutually
In a reciprocal manner or in equal measure.
mutuamente
mutuality
Quality of being mutual.
mutuidad
Slang Meanings
In colloquial context, it refers to an implicit agreement between friends.
If you help me, I help you, it’s a mutual deal.
Si tú me ayudas, yo te ayudo, es un trato mutuo.
When two people have similar feelings.
They have a mutual connection; they both like each other.
Ellos tienen una conexión mutua, ambos se gustan.