Ardores (en. Heartburn)

/arˈðoɾes/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishSpanish
noun
Intense and fervent feeling.
The ardors of her love led her to impulsive actions.
Los ardores de su amor la llevaban a actos impulsivos.
Exacerbated passion or enthusiasm.
The ardor with which he defended his position was remarkable.
El ardor con el que defendía su postura era notable.
Intense fire or heat, often associated with passion.
The summer's ardors are difficult to endure.
Los ardores del verano son difíciles de soportar.

Etymology

From Latin 'ardor', related to the verb 'ardere', which means 'to burn'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

ardors of love
Intense or passionate feelings in a romantic relationship.
ardores del amor
with ardor
To do something with a lot of enthusiasm and energy.
con ardor
awaken the ardors
To provoke intense interest or desire.
despertar los ardores

Related Words

ardent
One who has or demonstrates ardor, passion, or enthusiasm.
ardoroso
burning
One that burns or has a lot of fire, either literally or figuratively.
ardente
fainting
State of weakness and intense desire.
desfallecimiento

Slang Meanings

Great desire or interest in some activity or person.
After meeting her, I felt some ardors I can't explain.
Después de conocerla, me dio unos ardores que no puedo explicar.
Intense feeling that can lead to madness.
His ardor for soccer drove him a little crazy.
Su ardor por el fútbol lo volvió un poco loco.