modesto
Modest (unassuming in the estimation of one's abilities or achievements).
Modesto describes someone who is humble and unassuming, or something that is simple and moderate in scale.
30秒でわかる単語
- Describes someone who does not boast about their achievements.
- Indicates something of limited size, amount, or importance.
- Reflects a quality of simplicity and lack of vanity.
Summary
Modesto describes someone who is humble and unassuming, or something that is simple and moderate in scale.
- Describes someone who does not boast about their achievements.
- Indicates something of limited size, amount, or importance.
- Reflects a quality of simplicity and lack of vanity.
Use with moderation
Pair 'modesto' with 'muy' or 'bastante' to emphasize the degree. It works well to soften a statement about one's own accomplishments.
Don't confuse with poverty
While 'modesto' can mean small, it doesn't strictly mean poor. Use 'pobre' if you specifically want to refer to a lack of financial means.
Cultural value of modesty
In many Spanish-speaking cultures, public boasting is frowned upon. Being 'modesto' is considered a highly desirable character trait in professional and social settings.
例文
4 / 4Vive en una casa muy modesta.
He lives in a very modest house.
Su contribución al proyecto fue modesta pero vital.
His contribution to the project was modest but vital.
No seas tan modesto, ¡hiciste un gran trabajo!
Don't be so modest, you did a great job!
El informe presenta resultados modestos este trimestre.
The report shows modest results this quarter.
語族
覚え方のコツ
Think of a 'model' person who doesn't brag. A 'modest' person is a 'model' of humility.
Overview
El adjetivo 'modesto' es una palabra fundamental en el vocabulario español de nivel intermedio-alto. Describe tanto un rasgo de personalidad (la humildad) como una cualidad objetiva de las cosas (la sencillez o la pequeñez). Es un término positivo que denota moderación y falta de vanidad.
Usage Patterns
Como adjetivo, concuerda en género y número con el sustantivo al que califica (modesto, modesta, modestos, modestas). Se coloca generalmente después del sustantivo, aunque puede antecederlo en contextos literarios para enfatizar la cualidad. Se usa frecuentemente con el verbo 'ser' para definir el carácter de alguien.
Common Contexts
Se emplea en entornos profesionales para describir salarios o contribuciones ('un sueldo modesto'), en contextos sociales para describir el comportamiento de alguien ('es una persona muy modesta a pesar de su éxito'), y en descripciones físicas de lugares ('una casa modesta').
Similar Words comparison
A diferencia de 'humilde', que puede implicar una posición social baja o falta de recursos, 'modesto' se centra más en la actitud de no presumir. Mientras que 'sencillo' destaca la falta de complicaciones o adornos, 'modesto' conlleva una carga de mesura y contención personal.
使い方のコツ
The word is neutral to formal and is widely used in both professional and casual contexts. It is a positive adjective used to describe both people and things. Avoid using it to describe someone who is simply shy.
よくある間違い
Learners sometimes use 'modesto' to mean 'shy', which is incorrect. Another error is using it to mean 'poor' in a derogatory way, whereas 'modesto' is a polite, euphemistic term.
覚え方のコツ
Think of a 'model' person who doesn't brag. A 'modest' person is a 'model' of humility.
語源
Derived from the Latin 'modestus', which comes from 'modus' (measure). It originally meant keeping within the limits or measure.
文化的な背景
Modesty is seen as a sign of maturity and professionalism in Hispanic culture. It is common to deflect praise by using this adjective.
例文
Vive en una casa muy modesta.
everydayHe lives in a very modest house.
Su contribución al proyecto fue modesta pero vital.
formalHis contribution to the project was modest but vital.
No seas tan modesto, ¡hiciste un gran trabajo!
informalDon't be so modest, you did a great job!
El informe presenta resultados modestos este trimestre.
academicThe report shows modest results this quarter.
語族
よく使う組み合わせ
よく使うフレーズ
en mi modesta opinión
in my humble/modest opinion
con medios modestos
with modest means
よく混同される語
Humilde often refers to social status or poverty, whereas modesto strictly refers to the lack of vanity or pride.
Tímido refers to an introverted personality or fear of social interaction, not necessarily the lack of pride in one's achievements.
文法パターン
Use with moderation
Pair 'modesto' with 'muy' or 'bastante' to emphasize the degree. It works well to soften a statement about one's own accomplishments.
Don't confuse with poverty
While 'modesto' can mean small, it doesn't strictly mean poor. Use 'pobre' if you specifically want to refer to a lack of financial means.
Cultural value of modesty
In many Spanish-speaking cultures, public boasting is frowned upon. Being 'modesto' is considered a highly desirable character trait in professional and social settings.
自分をテスト
Completa la frase con la opción correcta.
A pesar de ser un gran arquitecto, él siempre se mantiene muy ___ con sus proyectos.
El contexto indica que, a pesar de su éxito, mantiene una actitud sencilla.
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よくある質問
3 問Sí, es muy común. Se usa para indicar que una cantidad de dinero o un salario es pequeño o insuficiente, pero de una manera educada.
No, todo lo contrario. Es una virtud muy valorada en la cultura hispanohablante, ya que implica que la persona es consciente de sus límites y no intenta impresionar a los demás.
La timidez es una dificultad para relacionarse socialmente por miedo o vergüenza. La modestia es una decisión consciente de no alardear de lo que uno tiene o sabe.
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