What is the Spanish word for "submissive"?

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

English

submissive

Spanish

sumiso

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Alternative translations of "submissive"

obediente
docil
resignado
sumiso

Examples of how to use "submissive" in Spanish

English
A dog can show submissive behavior.
Spanish
Un perro puede mostrar comportamiento sumiso.
English
The puppy was gentle and submissive around strangers.
Spanish
El cachorro era suave y sumiso con los desconocidos.
English
She gave a submissive smile and agreed quickly.
Spanish
Ella sonrió de manera sumisa y aceptó rápidamente.
English
His tone sounded submissive during the conversation.
Spanish
Su tono sonaba sumiso durante la conversación.
English
They expected a submissive response from the team.
Spanish
Esperaban una respuesta sumisa por parte del equipo.

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