Ánimo (en. Mood)

/ˈanimo/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishSpanish

noun

Emotional state that a person has at a specific moment.

She always has a good spirit despite the difficulties.

Ella siempre tiene un buen ánimo a pesar de las dificultades.

Courage or energy to carry out an activity.

I need a bit of motivation to finish the work.

Necesito un poco de ánimo para terminar el trabajo.

From Latin 'anĭmus', meaning mind or spirit.

to encourage

To provide support or motivation to someone.

dar ánimo

to be in good spirits

To feel optimistic and positive.

estar con buen ánimo

no intention to offend

Expression used to indicate that there is no desire to offend someone.

sin ánimo de ofender

enthusiasm

Inclination towards an activity with great interest or enthusiasm.

entusiasmo

morale

State of emotional disposition in a specific context.

moral

spirit

Immaterial aspect that reflects a person's energy and mood.

espíritu

Spirit, motivation.

Come on, you have to encourage your friends!

¡Vamos, que tienes que darle ánimo a tus amigos!

Good vibes, good feeling.

That party had a lot of spirit, we had a great time.

Esa fiesta tuvo mucho ánimo, la pasamos genial.