Animados (en. Animated)

/aniˈmaðos/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishSpanish
adjective
That has life or movement.
The animated characters in the movie are very funny.
Los muñecos animados en la película son muy divertidos.
That shows joy and enthusiasm.
The party was very lively from the beginning.
La fiesta estuvo muy animada desde el principio.
Refers to an energetic or active state.
The children were very animated after the snack.
Los niños estaban muy animados después de la merienda.

Etymology

From Latin 'animatus', which means 'endowed with soul or life'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

to be lively
To be in a state of good spirits and energy.
andar animado
to have an animated conversation
To have an interesting and enthusiastic chat.
hacer una animada conversación
to be enthusiastic
To feel full of energy and joy.
estar animado

Related Words

to encourage
To give energy or encouragement to someone.
animar
animation
State or quality of being animated.
animación
animator
Person who entertains and encourages others.
animador

Slang Meanings

To be very happy or excited.
Today I'm animated because it's Friday.
Hoy estoy animado porque es viernes.
To be full of energy.
That music left me animated to keep dancing.
Esa música me dejó animado para seguir bailando.