Adjective
/im.paɾˈθjal/ (in European Spanish)
/ɪmˈpɑːrʃəl/ (in Latin American Spanish, approximated)
The word "imparcial" refers to a state of not being biased or partial towards one side or another. It denotes fairness and objectivity, particularly in contexts such as law, journalism, and ethics. In general use, "imparcial" describes individuals or entities that maintain neutrality and do not favor any party.
The frequency of use varies between oral and written contexts. However, "imparcial" is often more common in written contexts such as legal documents, newspapers, and formal communication, as opposed to everyday conversation.
The judge always strives to be impartial in his decisions.
Una opinión imparcial es crucial para el desarrollo de un debate saludable.
An impartial opinion is crucial for the development of a healthy debate.
Los periodistas deben ser imparciales al informar sobre los hechos.
While "imparcial" is not commonly used in specific idiomatic expressions, its meaning encompasses several contexts where fairness is important. Below are some related expressions involving the concept of impartiality:
Act in an impartial manner
Un juicio imparcial
Everyone has the right to an impartial trial, without prejudice or favoritism.
Mantenerse imparcial
The term "imparcial" originates from the Latin word "impartialis," which is composed of the prefix "im-" (not) and "partialis" (partial). The word has evolved in the Spanish language to encompass the meaning of neutrality and fairness.