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    Propensión (en. Propensity)

    /propensjon/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishSpanish
    noun
    Natural inclination or disposition towards something.
    His propensity to help others is admirable.
    Su propensión a ayudar a los demás es admirable.
    Tendency to behave in a certain way.
    The propensity he has for disorder is evident.
    La propensión que tiene hacia el desorden es evidente.
    Inclination regarding emotions or desires.
    His propensity for optimism always leads him to see the positive side of things.
    Su propensión al optimismo siempre lo lleva a ver el lado positivo de las cosas.

    Etymology

    From Latin 'propensio', which derives from 'propensum', the participle of 'propendere', meaning to lean forward.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    to have a propensity to
    to show an inclination towards something.
    tener propensión a
    natural propensity
    an innate tendency in a person.
    propensión natural
    with a propensity for
    indicates someone's or something's tendency towards something.
    con propensión a

    Related Words

    tendency
    Disposition or inclination towards something.
    tendencia
    inclination
    Movement to one side, or a preference for something.
    inclinación
    disposition
    Mood or condition that facilitates something.
    disposición

    Slang Meanings

    To have a particular tendency or fondness.
    That girl has a propensity for music; she is always singing.
    Esa chica tiene propensión por la música, siempre está cantando.
    To be predisposed to act in a certain way.
    She always acts like this; she has a propensity for the dramatic.
    Siempre actúa así, tiene propensión a lo dramático.