What is the Spanish word for "passive"?

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

English

passive

Spanish

pasivo

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Alternative translations of "passive"

receptivo
indiferente

Examples of how to use "passive" in Spanish

English
Don't be a passive observer in your own life.
Spanish
No seas un observador pasivo en tu propia vida.
English
She remained passive during the entire meeting.
Spanish
Ella permaneció pasiva durante toda la reunión.
English
The student gave a passive response to criticism.
Spanish
El estudiante dio una respuesta pasiva a las críticas.
English
He prefers a passive role in group projects.
Spanish
Él prefiere un papel pasivo en los proyectos grupales.
English
Passive listening can still show respect and attention.
Spanish
La escucha pasiva aún puede mostrar respeto y atención.

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