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    Prójimo (en. Neighbor)

    /pɾoˈxim.o/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishSpanish
    noun
    A person who is near another, especially in a moral or social sense.
    We must help our neighbor in their times of need.
    Debemos ayudar a nuestro prójimo en sus momentos de necesidad.
    An individual who is part of a community or group.
    Solidarity with one’s neighbor is fundamental in a just society.
    La solidaridad con el prójimo es fundamental en una sociedad justa.
    A companion or person with whom one has a close relationship.
    I always try to treat my neighbor with respect and kindness.
    Siempre trato de tratar a mi prójimo con respeto y amabilidad.

    Etymology

    From Latin 'proximus', which means 'near'.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    Love for one's neighbor
    The idea of caring for and being concerned about others.
    Amor al prójimo
    Help one’s neighbor
    Offering support to those around us.
    Ayudar al prójimo
    Respect for one’s neighbor
    Valuing and treating people nearby with dignity.
    Respeto al prójimo

    Related Words

    empathy
    The ability to put oneself in another's place and understand their feelings.
    empatía
    solidarity
    Support and understanding towards the needs of others.
    solidaridad
    compassion
    Sensitivity to the suffering of others and a desire to help.
    compasión

    Slang Meanings

    Close in a supportive sense.
    It is always said that one should care for one's neighbor as for oneself.
    Siempre se dice que hay que cuidar al prójimo como a uno mismo.
    A reference that indicates emotional closeness.
    That person is very neighborly, always there to help.
    Esa persona es muy prójima, siempre está ahí para ayudar.