B1 noun Neutral

actitud

/aktiˈtuð/

A settled way of thinking or feeling about someone or something, typically one that is reflected in a person's behavior. It is crucial for describing personalities and work ethics.

Examples

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1

Me gusta su actitud ante la vida.

I like his attitude towards life.

2

La empresa valora la actitud proactiva de sus empleados.

The company values the proactive attitude of its employees.

3

Cambia esa actitud si quieres que te ayude.

Change that attitude if you want me to help you.

Word Family

Noun
actitud
Adjective
actitudinal
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Memory Tip

Actitud is how you ACT.

Quick Quiz

Es fundamental mantener una ____ constructiva en el trabajo.

Correct!

The correct answer is: actitud

Examples

1

Me gusta su actitud ante la vida.

everyday

I like his attitude towards life.

2

La empresa valora la actitud proactiva de sus empleados.

formal

The company values the proactive attitude of its employees.

3

Cambia esa actitud si quieres que te ayude.

informal

Change that attitude if you want me to help you.

4

El estudio analiza la actitud de los jóvenes hacia la política.

academic

The study analyzes young people's attitude toward politics.

5

Una mala actitud puede arruinar un equipo de trabajo.

business

A bad attitude can ruin a work team.

Word Family

Noun
actitud
Adjective
actitudinal

Common Collocations

actitud positiva positive attitude
actitud negativa negative attitude
cambiar de actitud to change attitude
actitud abierta open attitude
actitud desafiante defiant attitude

Common Phrases

actitud de servicio

service-oriented attitude

con buena actitud

with a good attitude

tomar una actitud

to adopt an attitude

Often Confused With

actitud vs aptitud

Aptitud is talent or ability; actitud is mindset or behavior.

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Usage Notes

Often used with 'ante' (towards) to describe a reaction to a situation.

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Common Mistakes

The most common mistake is confusing 'actitud' with 'aptitud' (ability).

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Memory Tip

Actitud is how you ACT.

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Word Origin

From Late Latin 'aptitudo', but influenced by 'acto' (act).

Grammar Patterns

actitud ante + noun actitud hacia + noun

Quick Quiz

Es fundamental mantener una ____ constructiva en el trabajo.

Correct!

The correct answer is: actitud

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