mimadas

Mimadas is a term used in Spanish to describe people, typically girls or women, who have been pampered or indulged by their family or social environment. The noun comes from the verb mimar (to pamper) plus the -ada suffix, which forms a noun denoting a state or result. The feminine plural mimadas refers to a group of pampered individuals, though the masculine or mixed group would be described with mimados or a mixed form.

In sociolinguistic and cultural discussions, mimadas often carries a negative or critical connotation. It implies overindulgence, a lack of boundaries, and potential consequences such as dependence, a sense of entitlement, or difficulty coping with limits. The term is commonly used in debates about parenting styles, consumer culture, and social behavior. However, in some contexts it can be used in a lighter or affectionate way, depending on tone and relationship, similar to how other languages use terms related to spoiling or coddling.

Regional usage varies. While widely understood across Spanish-speaking countries, the exact nuance can differ by region and speaker. Related terms include consentido/consentida (spoiled), malcriado (badly raised), and criada in certain contexts, though each carries its own connotations. Mimadas can reference individuals in families, schools, or popular culture, and are often invoked in discussions about balancing affection with discipline and fostering resilience.