B2 adjective Formal

equitativo

/e.ki.taˈti.βo/

Fair and impartial; characterized by equity. It implies that everyone receives what is fair based on their needs and merits.

Examples

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1

La distribución de la riqueza no es equitativa.

The distribution of wealth is not equitable.

2

Es necesario un trato equitativo en el lugar de trabajo.

Equitable treatment is necessary in the workplace.

3

El juez dictó una sentencia equitativa.

The judge handed down a fair sentence.

Word Family

Noun
equidad
Adverb
equitativamente
Adjective
equitativo
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Memory Tip

Similar to 'equitable' in English. Think of 'equity' in finance or law.

Quick Quiz

Debemos asegurar un acceso ___ a la educación.

Correct!

The correct answer is: equitativo

Examples

1

La distribución de la riqueza no es equitativa.

academic

The distribution of wealth is not equitable.

2

Es necesario un trato equitativo en el lugar de trabajo.

business

Equitable treatment is necessary in the workplace.

3

El juez dictó una sentencia equitativa.

formal

The judge handed down a fair sentence.

4

Divide el pastel de forma equitativa.

everyday

Divide the cake equitably.

5

No me parece un trato equitativo.

informal

I don't think it's a fair deal.

Word Family

Noun
equidad
Adverb
equitativamente
Adjective
equitativo

Common Collocations

desarrollo equitativo equitable development
reparto equitativo fair distribution
acceso equitativo equitable access
sistema equitativo equitable system
de manera equitativa in an equitable manner

Common Phrases

socialmente equitativo

socially equitable

trato equitativo

fair treatment

equitativo y sostenible

equitable and sustainable

Often Confused With

equitativo vs igualitario

Igualitario means everyone gets the same; equitativo means everyone gets what is fair/needed.

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Usage Notes

Common in IELTS topics regarding social justice, economics, and law.

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Common Mistakes

Do not confuse with 'igual' (equal). 'Equitativo' is more about fairness.

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Memory Tip

Similar to 'equitable' in English. Think of 'equity' in finance or law.

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Word Origin

From Latin 'aequitas', meaning 'evenness' or 'fairness'.

Grammar Patterns

ser + equitativo de forma + equitativa

Quick Quiz

Debemos asegurar un acceso ___ a la educación.

Correct!

The correct answer is: equitativo

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