Conjuros (en. Spells)
/konˈxu.ros/
Meaning & Definition
EnglishSpanish
noun
Words or phrases with magical meaning that are used in rituals.
The conjurations were pronounced aloud during the ceremony.
Los conjuros fueron pronunciados en voz alta durante la ceremonia.
Rituals or practices that involve the invocation of spirits or supernatural forces.
She learned several ancient spells from her grandmother.
Ella aprendió varios conjuros antiguos de su abuela.
Actions performed with the intention of achieving a magical effect.
Conjurations on Halloween night are very popular.
Los conjuros en la noche de Halloween son muy populares.
Etymology
From the Latin 'conjūrāre', which means 'to invoke, to conjure'.
Common Phrases and Expressions
love spells
Formulas to attract or keep someone's love.
conjuros de amor
protection spells
Rituals intended to protect a person from dangers.
conjuros de protección
dark spells
Formulas associated with evil magic or invoking malevolent spirits.
conjuros oscuros
Related Words
spell
Magical action that causes a supernatural effect.
hechizo
magic
Practice that seeks to influence reality through supernatural means.
magia
enchantment
Act of giving something a special power through magic.
encantamiento
Slang Meanings
Combination of words considered powerful in a specific context.
That group of young people uses spells to scare people at parties.
Ese grupo de jóvenes usa conjuros para asustar a la gente durante las fiestas.
The idea of doing something out of the ordinary or extraordinary.
She says her skills are like spells because they seem magical.
Ella dice que sus habilidades son como conjuros, porque parecen mágicas.