Alegramos (en. We rejoice)

/aleˈɡɾamos/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishSpanish
verb
To satisfy someone; to cause them happiness.
The news of his success makes us very happy.
La noticia de su éxito nos alegra mucho.
To make an environment or situation more lively or light.
This event always brightens the atmosphere.
Este evento siempre alegra el ambiente.
To cause satisfaction or well-being to oneself or others.
We are happy to see our friends happy.
Nos alegra ver a nuestros amigos felices.

Etymology

Derives from the Latin 'alacer', which means cheerful.

Common Phrases and Expressions

to brighten the day
To make someone feel better on a difficult day.
alegrar el día
to liven up the party
To make a celebration more lively and fun.
alegrar la fiesta
to be happy for
To feel happiness for the well-being of another person.
alegrarnos por

Related Words

joy
Emotional state of satisfaction and joy.
alegría
cheerful
One who feels or shows joy.
alegre
to be happy
To feel joy for something.
alegrarse

Slang Meanings

To make oneself happy over something simple.
That song brightens my day.
Esa canción me alegra el día.
To see something funny that provokes laughter.
That meme always makes me happy.
Ese meme siempre me alegra.