sentimente

Sentimente is the Romanian term for feelings or sentiments. It encompasses a range of internal affective states, from simple sensations to complex emotional experiences. In everyday language it is used in conversations, literature, and philosophy to denote subjective states that shape thoughts and actions. The plural form sentimente is common when discussing multiple sentiments.

The word derives from Latin sentimentum, via French sentiment. In Romanian, sentimente and emoții are often used interchangeably, though some contexts reserve sentimente for more durable or nuanced attitudes, while emoții emphasize immediate emotional reactions. The distinction is context-dependent and varies by speaker.

In psychology, sentiments are treated as subjective experiences of affect that accompany cognition. They are studied as part of the broader domain of affect, with methods including self-report scales, linguistic analysis, and observation. Researchers distinguish between immediate emotions and longer-lasting sentiments.

Cultural significance: Sentimente appear in literature, music, and everyday life as expressions of authenticity, empathy, and social bonds. They influence interpersonal relations, decision making, and moral judgments, and they inform discussions of emotional intelligence and affective computing.

Related topics include emotions, affect, sentiment analysis, and emotional intelligence.