Privilegio (en. Privilege)

/pri.βiˈle.xi.o/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishSpanish

noun

A particular right or advantage that someone possesses.

The privilege of being able to study at a good university is invaluable.

El privilegio de poder estudiar en una buena universidad es invaluable.

An advantage granted by a status or social position.

The privileges of the nobility were evident in their customs.

Los privilegios de la nobleza eran evidentes en sus costumbres.

Power or right conferred to act in a certain way.

Having privileges in the company allows Pedro to make important decisions.

Tener privilegios en la empresa le permite a Pedro tomar decisiones importantes.

From Latin 'privilegium', meaning 'private law' or 'particular favor.'

birth privilege

Advantage or right that one possesses by place of birth.

privilegio de nacimiento

to have privileges

To enjoy special advantages or rights over others.

tener privilegios

unjust privilege

An advantage that is considered undeserved or inequitable.

privilegio injusto

privileged

A person who enjoys privileges.

privilegiado

privileging

That grants privileges.

privilegiante

to privilege

To favor someone with a privilege.

privilegiar

Use of privileges to get what one wants.

He always uses his privilege to avoid problems.

Siempre usa su privilegio para evitar problemas.

Being in a position of advantage over others.

Being famous has its privilege, although it also comes with a lot of pressure.

Ser famoso tiene su privilegio, aunque también mucha presión.