Adjective
/indulˈxente/
The word "indulgente" in Spanish refers to a disposition of forgiveness, leniency, or tolerance towards someone else, often implying a lack of severity or strictness. It can describe both personal attitudes or societal norms. The term is used in various contexts, especially in discussions regarding parenting, law, and general behavior towards others.
"Indulgente" has a moderate frequency of use and can be found in both oral speech and written contexts, but it is slightly more prevalent in formal or written situations, such as legal documents or scholarly discussions.
The judge was indulgent with the defendant, considering his personal situation.
Muchas veces, ser indulgente con los niños les ayuda a aprender de sus errores.
Many times, being indulgent with children helps them learn from their mistakes.
A pesar de sus errores, su jefe siempre ha sido indulgente con él.
"Indulgente" is not commonly found in a wide array of idiomatic expressions, but it can be used in contexts that reflect leniency or tolerance. Here are a few sentences containing related expressions:
One shouldn't be so indulgent with minor faults.
A veces, un enfoque indulgente es lo que se necesita para resolver conflictos.
Sometimes, an indulgent approach is what is needed to resolve conflicts.
Ser indulgente con uno mismo permite crecer y aprender de los errores.
The term "indulgente" comes from the Latin word "indulgentem," which is a variant of "indulgere," meaning "to soften, yield, or be lenient." The prefix "in-" suggests a negation, while "dulgere" is related to the concept of being tender or gentle.