What is the Spanish word for "jealousy"?

Learn how to say "jealousy" in Spanish with examples and practice

English

jealousy

Spanish

celos

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Alternative translations of "jealousy"

envidia

Examples of how to use "jealousy" in Spanish

English
A feeling of jealousy can be very destructive.
Spanish
Un sentimiento de celos puede ser muy destructivo.
English
Her sudden jealousy surprised all her friends.
Spanish
Su repentino celo sorprendió a todos sus amigos.
English
He felt jealousy when she ignored him.
Spanish
Él sintió celos cuando ella lo ignoró.
English
Jealousy can damage a close relationship quickly.
Spanish
Los celos pueden dañar rápidamente una relación cercana.
English
They discussed jealousy during their counseling session.
Spanish
Discutieron sobre los celos durante su sesión de asesoramiento.

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