Spanish Phrase
Siento muchísimo orgullo.
Meaning
This expression conveys an intense feeling of satisfaction and honor. The suffix '-ísimo' added to the word 'mucho' acts as a superlative, emphasizing that the pride felt is immense rather than just ordinary.
When to use
It is typically used when celebrating a major accomplishment of a loved one or oneself. You will hear this most often at graduation ceremonies, weddings, or after a hard-won professional success.
✦Grammar Breakdown
Sientomuchísimoorgullo
Sentir (Siento)
The verb 'sentir' is used to express feelings or emotions; 'siento' is the first-person singular present form.
Superlative (-ísimo)
Adding '-ísimo' to an adjective or adverb intensifies its meaning to 'very' or 'extremely' much.
🗨In Conversation
¡He terminado mi primera maratón!
I have finished my first marathon!
¡Increíble! Siento muchísimo orgullo por tu perseverancia.
Incredible! I feel a great deal of pride in your perseverance.
✕Common Mistakes
Siento muy orgullo.
Use 'mucho' or 'muchísimo' with nouns like 'orgullo'; 'muy' is reserved for adjectives.
Soy orgullo.
To express the emotion, use the verb 'sentir' (to feel) with the noun, or 'estar' with the adjective 'orgulloso'.
↔Alternatives
Estoy muy orgulloso.
I am very proud.
Me da mucho orgullo.
It gives me a lot of pride.
Cultural Tip
In many Hispanic cultures, individual success is often viewed as a collective family achievement. Expressing such strong pride reinforces the emotional bonds and shared values within the family or community unit.