Ánimo (en. Cheer up)

/ˈanimo/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishSpanish

noun

Definition: Emotional state or attitude that a person shows.

Example Sentence: I had a good spirit to face the day.

Tenía un buen ánimo para enfrentar el día.

Definition: Courage or bravery to do something.

Example Sentence: I needed a little more spirit to present myself.

Necesitaba un poco más de ánimo para presentarse.

Etymology: From Latin 'anĭmus', meaning 'spirit' or 'soul'.

Phrase: to give encouragement

Meaning: To motivate or encourage someone.

dar ánimo

Phrase: to be in good spirits

Meaning: Referring to a person's emotional disposition.

estar de ánimo

Phrase: to lose one's spirit

Meaning: To stop feeling motivated or joyful.

perder el ánimo

Related Word: enthusiasm

Description: Feeling of interest and appreciation for something.

entusiasmo

Related Word: optimism

Description: Tendency to see the positive side of things.

optimismo

Related Word: courage

Description: Ability to do something despite fear or difficulty.

valor

Slang Meaning: Good vibes.

Slang Example: Today I'm coming with a lot of spirit, let's have fun!

Hoy vengo con mucho ánimo, ¡vamos a divertirnos!

Slang Meaning: To be in a positive mode.

Slang Example: She always has the spirit to do the work.

Ella siempre tiene ánimo para hacer los trabajos.