Necesitados (en. Needy)
/neθesiˈtaðos/
Meaning & Definition
EnglishSpanish
noun
People who need help or basic resources.
The needy often depend on charitable organizations.
Los necesitados a menudo dependen de organizaciones benéficas.
Individuals who find themselves in situations of poverty.
It is concerning to see so many needy people in the city.
Es preocupante ver a tantos necesitados en la ciudad.
Those who are in a situation of vulnerability.
The government has launched programs to help the needy.
El gobierno ha lanzado programas para ayudar a los necesitados.
Etymology
From the verb 'necesitar' which comes from the Latin 'necessitare'.
Common Phrases and Expressions
in a situation of need
Refers to people who are in conditions of lack of resources.
en situación de necesidad
help the needy
It means providing assistance to those who require it.
ayudar a los necesitados
leave no one behind
Expression used to emphasize the importance of supporting the most needy.
no dejar a nadie atrás
Related Words
benevolence
Attitude of wanting to help those in need.
benevolencia
charity
Act of helping the needy, usually through donations.
caridad
solidarity
Support and mutual aid among people, especially in times of need.
solidaridad
Slang Meanings
Low
We live in very low conditions; we are from the part of the needy.
Vivimos en condiciones muy bajas, somos de la parte de los necesitados.
Poor
In my neighborhood, there are many poor people; they are needy.
En mi barrio hay mucha gente pobre, son necesitados.