Ahínco (en. Diligence)

/a'inko/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishSpanish
noun
Continuous and persistent effort in carrying out a task.
The dedication he put into his studies allowed him to graduate with honors.
El ahínco que puso en sus estudios le permitió graduarse con honores.
Firm determination to achieve a goal.
Despite the difficulties, his determination was admired by everyone.
A pesar de las dificultades, su ahínco fue admirado por todos.
Emphasis on maintaining a course of action despite obstacles.
He distinguished himself for his effort in improving the country's economic situation.
Se destacó por su ahínco en mejorar la situación económica del país.

Etymology

From Latin 'adhīncu', which means 'effort' or 'commitment'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

determination of will
Determined effort to achieve something.
aí́nco de voluntad
to work with dedication
To dedicate effort and good commitment to work.
trabajar con ahínco

Related Words

dedication
Act of dedicating oneself with effort to a task or project.
dedicación
tenacity
Quality of being tenacious; ability to maintain effort over the long term.
tenacidad
consistency
Quality of being constant in action or commitment.
constancia

Slang Meanings

Extreme tenacity in daily struggle.
That boy has a determination that will take him far in life.
Ese chico tiene un ahínco que lo llevará lejos en la vida.
Intense passion for achieving goals.
His dedication to training makes him the best athlete on the team.
Su ahínco al entrenar lo convierte en el mejor atleta del equipo.