simpáticos

Simpáticos is the masculine plural form of the adjective simpático, used in Spanish and Portuguese to mean pleasant, likable, or friendly. The feminine plural is simpáticas, with singular forms simpático (masc.) and simpática (fem.). The term is commonly applied to people, gestures, or atmospheres that convey warmth or sympathy.

Etymology and related forms

Simpático derives from the Latin sympathicus, from Greek sympathētikos, related to the root for sympathy. It shares a family with words such as simpatía (feeling of liking or sympathy) and simpatizar (to sympathize or identify with). In both Spanish and Portuguese, the word is closely linked to social warmth and agreeable conduct.

Usage and connotations

In everyday speech, simpático describes someone who is friendly, courteous, or easy to like. It can refer to a person, a manner, or even a situation that feels welcoming. The term is generally positive, though in some contexts it can carry a light, casual nuance rather than a strong compliment. In opposition, antipático (or antipática) describes someone disagreeable or off-putting.

Regional notes

Simpático is widely used across the Spanish- and Portuguese-speaking world, including Spain, Portugal, and Latin America. While the core meaning remains the same, regional preferences for synonyms such as amable, agradable, or cortés may influence its use in everyday speech.

Examples

- Es muy simpático. (He is very nice.)

- Qué simpática es esa persona. (What a friendly person she is.)

- Un ambiente simpático. (A pleasant, welcoming atmosphere.)

See also

Antipático, simpatía, simpatizar.