Sabio (en. Sage)

/ˈsa.βj.o/

Meaning & Definition

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noun

A person distinguished by their great wisdom and knowledge.

The old man was considered a wise man in his community.

El viejo era considerado un sabio en su comunidad.

An individual who acts with prudence and accuracy.

Making wise decisions is essential in difficult times.

Tomar decisiones sabias es esencial en momentos difíciles.

Someone who teaches or shares their knowledge with others.

The teacher was a wise man who guided his students.

El maestro era un sabio que guiaba a sus alumnos.

From Latin 'sapiens', meaning 'wise' or 'intelligent'.

wise as an elder

Refers to someone with a lot of experience and knowledge.

sabio como un anciano

better a wise person than a thousand fools

It is preferable to listen to a wise person instead of many who do not know.

más vale un sabio que mil necios

popular wisdom

Knowledge and traditions passed down by the people.

sabiduría popular

wisdom

Deep knowledge acquired through experience.

sabiduría

knowledge

Knowledge or awareness of something.

saber

sapience

Deep knowledge and experience in a subject.

sapiencia

A person who has a lot of life experience.

That guy is wise; he always knows what to do.

Ese tipo es un sabio, siempre sabe qué hacer.

Someone who gives good advice.

I visited my grandfather; he is wise in relationships.

Visité a mi abuelo, él es un sabio en relaciones.