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bohemia means bohemian spirit — a common term in Beautiful Spanish. Learn how it's used in a real-world example.

📅 Published: August 25, 2025

Beautiful Spanish

bohemia

noun • /[boh-HEH-mee-ah]/

bohemian spirit

Example:

La bohemia vibraba en cada rincón del café.

The bohemian spirit vibrated in every corner of the café.

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🧠 What does bohemia mean?

Bohemia in Spanish refers to the 'bohemian spirit' or 'bohemian lifestyle'. It embodies a free-spirited, unconventional, and often artistic way of life. Think of artists, writers, musicians, and actors who live with a disregard for conventional rules and prioritize creativity and self-expression. It can also describe a place or social group with these characteristics.

📚 Extra examples

  • El barrio tiene un aire de bohemia, con sus cafés artísticos y música en vivo.
    The neighborhood has a bohemian air, with its artistic cafés and live music.
  • Ella lleva una vida bohemia, viajando por el mundo y pintando.
    She leads a bohemian life, traveling the world and painting.
  • La bohemia del siglo XIX en París fue una época de gran creatividad.
    The bohemianism of 19th century Paris was a time of great creativity.

❓ FAQ

How do you say 'bohemian spirit' in Spanish?
You say 'bohemia' or 'espíritu bohemio'.
How do you pronounce 'bohemia' in Spanish?
It's pronounced bo-EH-mee-ah, with the stress on the second syllable.
How do you use 'bohemia' in a sentence?
Example: 'Me encanta la bohemia de este café.' (I love the bohemian atmosphere of this café).
What is the English translation of 'bohemia'?
It translates to 'bohemian spirit', 'bohemian lifestyle', or simply 'bohemianism'.
Does 'bohemia' change for gender or number?
No, 'bohemia' remains the same regardless of gender or number.
Is 'bohemia' common in everyday Spanish?
It's not extremely common, but it's understood and used within certain contexts related to art, culture, and lifestyle.
Does 'bohemia' have slang or double meanings?
Not really. It generally refers to the artistic, unconventional lifestyle.
Is 'bohemia' used differently in Spain vs Latin America?
The meaning and usage are generally consistent across both regions.

🔁 Synonyms & opposites of "bohemia"

Synonyms: vida bohemia, espíritu libre, inconformismo
Opposites: conformismo, convencionalismo

💡 Did You Know?

The term 'bohemian' originates from the French word 'bohémien', which mistakenly referred to Romani people (often called 'Bohemians') who were believed to have come from Bohemia (a region in the Czech Republic).

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