humilde

humble

humilde(oo-meel-deh)

adjective

1. (not proud)

a. humble

En mi humilde opinión, deberíamos vender cuanto antes.

In my humble opinion, we should sell as soon as possible.

b. modest

Aunque saca las mejores notas de la clase, es una chica humilde.

Even though she gets the best marks in our class, she's a modest girl.

2. (not rich)

a. humble

Su casa humilde se ha guardado en la familia por generaciones.

Their humble home has stayed in the family for generations.

3. (lowly)

a. humble

Aunque sea famoso ahora, viene de principios humildes.

Although he is famous now, he comes from humble beginnings.