Alegro (en. I'm glad)

/aˈle.ɾo/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishSpanish
adjective
That shows or feels joy.
The child was very cheerful during the party.
El niño estaba muy alegro durante la fiesta.
That has a cheerful character or tone.
The music they chose is very cheerful.
La música que eligieron es muy alegra.
That provokes joy.
His arrival was a cheerful moment for everyone.
Su llegada fue un momento alegro para todos.

Etymology

From Latin 'alacer', meaning 'lively, cheerful'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

to be cheerful
To feel happy or content.
estar alegro
to do something with joy
To perform an activity in an enthusiastic and happy manner.
hacer algo con alegría

Related Words

joy
Feeling of pleasure or happiness.
alegría
cheerful
Prone to being cheerful.
alegre
to rejoice
To experience joy.
alegrarse

Slang Meanings

To be in a good mood.
Today I am cheerful; let's go out.
Hoy estoy alegro, vamos a salir.
To be lively or fun.
The party was cheerful; everyone was dancing and laughing.
La fiesta estaba alegra, todos bailaban y reían.