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cosmopolita

cosmopolitan

adjective kohs-moh-poh-LEE-tah Rare
People & Society Community

Origin: Greek kosmopolites (citizen of the world), from kosmos (world) + polites (citizen)

Usage Note

Cosmopolita is invariable for gender — un hombre cosmopolita and una ciudad cosmopolita both use the same form. It describes people at home in many cultures, or cities with a diverse international population. It can also be used as a noun (es un cosmopolita, he is a cosmopolitan person).

Examples

"Barcelona es una ciudad cosmopolita y vibrante."

Natural Translation

Barcelona is a cosmopolitan and vibrant city.

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