Neutral (en. Neutral)

/njuːtrəl/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishSpanish
adjective
That does not take sides in a conflict or discussion.
The mediator remained neutral during the negotiation.
El mediador se mantuvo neutral durante la negociación.
That does not show specific or distinctive characteristics.
The product design is neutral and adapts to different aesthetics.
El diseño del producto es neutral y se adapta a diferentes estéticas.
That is not affected by certain conditions.
In a circuit, the neutral conductor is one that does not carry current.
En un circuito, el conductor neutral es aquel que no lleva corriente.

Etymology

From Latin 'neutralis', meaning 'without the need to choose'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

neutral zone
Area where no decisions are made for or against.
zona neutral
neutral point
Place where two parties can meet without conflicts.
punto neutral
neutral attitude
Behavior that does not lean towards either side in a discussion.
actitud neutral

Related Words

neutro
That has no electrical charge.
neutro
neutrality
Quality of not taking part in a conflict.
neutralidad

Slang Meanings

When someone does not decide on a topic.
In the political discussion, Juan is very neutral; he never takes a stand.
En la discusión política, Juan es muy neutral, nunca se define.
Description of a person who does not show extreme emotions.
María is so neutral that she didn't even flinch at the news.
María es tan neutral que ni se inmutó con la noticia.