B2 noun Neutral

diversidad

/di.βeɾ.siˈðað/

The state of being diverse; variety. It often refers to social inclusion regarding race, gender, and culture, or biological variety in an ecosystem.

Examples

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1

Hay una gran diversidad de platos en este restaurante.

There is a great diversity of dishes in this restaurant.

2

Fomentamos la diversidad en el lugar de trabajo.

We promote diversity in the workplace.

3

¡Mira qué diversidad de colores!

Look at what a diversity of colors!

Word Family

Noun
diversidad
Verb
diversificar
Adverb
diversamente
Adjective
diverso
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Memory Tip

Think of 'diverse' + '-idad'. Diversity.

Quick Quiz

La _______ biológica está en peligro por la contaminación.

Correct!

The correct answer is: diversidad

Examples

1

Hay una gran diversidad de platos en este restaurante.

everyday

There is a great diversity of dishes in this restaurant.

2

Fomentamos la diversidad en el lugar de trabajo.

formal

We promote diversity in the workplace.

3

¡Mira qué diversidad de colores!

informal

Look at what a diversity of colors!

4

La biodiversidad es esencial para el equilibrio ecológico.

academic

Biodiversity is essential for ecological balance.

5

La diversidad de mercados es clave para el éxito global.

business

Market diversity is key to global success.

Word Family

Noun
diversidad
Verb
diversificar
Adverb
diversamente
Adjective
diverso

Common Collocations

diversidad biológica biological diversity
diversidad cultural cultural diversity
diversidad lingüística linguistic diversity
respetar la diversidad to respect diversity
gran diversidad great diversity

Common Phrases

unidad en la diversidad

unity in diversity

Often Confused With

diversidad vs diversión

Diversión means 'fun' or 'entertainment', not variety.

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Usage Notes

Very common in IELTS topics about globalization, education, and nature.

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Common Mistakes

Do not confuse it with 'diversión' (fun).

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Memory Tip

Think of 'diverse' + '-idad'. Diversity.

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Word Origin

From Latin 'diversitas', from 'divertere' (to turn aside).

Grammar Patterns

diversidad de + noun una gran diversidad
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Cultural Context

A key concept in modern Spanish social discourse and education.

Quick Quiz

La _______ biológica está en peligro por la contaminación.

Correct!

The correct answer is: diversidad

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