Ardiente (en. Burning)

/aɾˈðjente/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishSpanish
adjective
Refers to something that produces or has the sensation of burning.
The sun in the desert is burning.
El sol en el desierto es ardiente.
Describes a very intense feeling or desire.
Her burning eyes reflected her passion.
Sus ojos ardientes reflejaban su pasión.
Indicates extreme fervor or enthusiasm.
She has a burning sympathy for animals.
Ella tiene una ardiente simpatía por los animales.

Etymology

From the Latin 'ardens', which means 'ardent' or 'burning'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

burning passion
Refers to an intense or fervent passion.
pasión ardiente
fiery balloon
It is used to refer to a hot air balloon.
globo ardiente
scorching afternoon
Description of an afternoon with a lot of heat.
tarde ardiente

Related Words

fervor
Intensity of something that burns or of a desire.
ardor
fire
Fire that has gotten out of control.
incendio
heat
High thermal sensation.
calor

Slang Meanings

To be very much in love or passionate.
He is burning for his new partner.
Está ardiente por su nueva pareja.
To have a strong or temperamental character.
That girl is fiery, she never lets herself be walked all over.
Esa chica es ardiente, nunca se deja pisotear.