Bríos (en. Vigor)
/ˈbɾi.os/
Meaning & Definition
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noun
Energetic and lively state of mind.
The boy arrived at the party full of bríos.
El niño llegó a la fiesta lleno de bríos.
Vitality shown by a person, animal, or thing.
The plant grew with bríos after receiving water.
La planta creció con bríos después de recibir agua.
Strength or energy in a movement.
The horse ran with bríos across the field.
El caballo corrió con bríos por el campo.
Etymology
It comes from the Latin 'brio', which means vigor or strength.
Common Phrases and Expressions
to be with bríos
To be in a very positive and energetic mood.
estar con bríos
to have bríos
To have a lot of energy or enthusiasm.
tener bríos
to give bríos
To act with a lot of strength or momentum.
dar bríos
Related Words
brío
Strength or vigor in behavior or attitude.
brío
vivacity
Quality of being lively, active, and animated.
vivacidad
momentum
Strength or energy in the impulse of an action.
ímpetu
Slang Meanings
Desire to do something with energy.
Today I have bríos to go to the gym.
Hoy tengo bríos para ir al gym.
To be very excited or animated.
That news gave me bríos, I am happy.
Esa noticia me dio bríos, estoy feliz.