Animar (en. Encourage)

a.ni.mar

Meaning & Definition

EnglishSpanish
verb
To give life or energy to something.
The show managed to enliven all the attendees.
El espectáculo logró animar a todos los asistentes.
To encourage or motivate someone to take action.
The teacher encourages her students to participate in class.
La maestra anima a sus alumnos a participar en clase.
To celebrate or brighten up an environment.
The lights and music liven up the party.
Las luces y la música animan la fiesta.

Etymology

From Latin 'animare', which means 'to give life'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

to encourage someone
To give encouragement or motivation to a person.
animar a alguien
to get motivated
To feel motivated or excited to do something.
animarse
to liven up a meeting
To make a meeting more dynamic and entertaining.
animar una reunión

Related Words

spirit
State of mind or emotion that motivates action.
ánimo
animation
Action of encouraging or giving life.
animación
animator
Person who encourages or motivates others.
animador

Slang Meanings

To give good vibes.
At the party, everyone enlivened the atmosphere with their laughter.
En la fiesta, todos animaron el ambiente con sus risas.
To lift someone's spirit.
That movie always cheers up those who watch it.
Esa película siempre anima a los que la ven.