Atraída (en. Attracted)
/a.tɾai̯'ða/
Meaning & Definition
EnglishSpanish
adjective
One that has been moved or pulled towards a thing or person.
The girl was attracted by the shine of the toy.
La niña estaba atraída por el brillo del juguete.
One that feels interest or desire towards something or someone.
She feels attracted to modern art.
Ella se siente atraída por el arte moderno.
One that is influenced by external forces.
The particles are attracted by gravitational force.
Las partículas son atraídas por la fuerza gravitacional.
Etymology
From the verb atraer, which comes from the Latin 'attractus'.
Common Phrases and Expressions
attracted by
interested in something or someone.
atraído por
to be attracted
to feel a strong inclination towards something.
estar atraído
to attract attention
to spark someone’s curiosity or interest.
atraer la atención
Related Words
attract
To make someone or something move towards oneself.
atraer
attraction
The act of attracting or the state of being attracted.
atracción
attractive
One that has qualities that attract.
atractivo
Slang Meanings
Used to describe someone who is very eye-catching.
That guy is an attractor.
Ese chico es un atraída.
A person who causes romantic interest.
She is the attractor for everyone at the party.
Ella es la atraída de todos en la fiesta.