Animadas (en. Animated)

/ani'maðas/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishSpanish
adjective
That shows joy and vitality.
Lively parties are always the most fun.
Las fiestas animadas son siempre las más divertidas.
That is full of movement and activity.
The streets were lively during the festival.
Las calles estaban animadas durante el festival.
That is entertaining or fun.
The television program is very lively.
El programa de televisión es muy animado.

Etymology

From the verb 'animar', which comes from the Latin 'anima' meaning 'soul' or 'life'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

things are lively
situations that are full of activity or excitement.
animadas las cosas
to be lively
to feel full of energy or enthusiasm.
estar animado
to do something in a lively way
to carry out an activity in a fun and energetic way.
hacer algo animado

Related Words

to encourage
To give encouragement, to cheer.
animar
soul
Spiritual part or essence of a being.
anima
lively
That has spirit, brave.
animoso

Slang Meanings

To be in a party mood or energetic.
Last night was lively at the bar.
Anoche estuvo animada la noche en el bar.
To describe someone who is very expressive or fun.
That guy is very lively, he always knows how to make people laugh.
Ese tipo es muy animado, siempre sabe cómo hacer reír.