Spanish Word · Advanced
idiosincrasia
idiosyncrasy
Pronunciation: i-dyo-sin-KRÁ-sya
Meaning
A mode of behavior or way of thought peculiar to an individual or group.
Example
Cada cultura tiene su propia idiosincrasia.
Every culture has its own idiosyncrasy.
Practice tips
- Practice idiosincrasia out loud — read the pronunciation guide above and repeat.
- Use it in your own sentence today; reuse beats rereading.
- Pay attention to context: this Spanish word is for advanced-level learners.