Divertir (en. Entertain)

/di.ber.'tir/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishSpanish
verb
To cause pleasure or fun.
The movie we watched was very entertaining.
La película que vimos nos hizo divertir mucho.
A distraction from routine or the everyday.
Board games are a good way to entertain the family.
Los juegos de mesa son una buena forma de divertir a la familia.
To cheer up or enliven someone's spirits.
He always tries to cheer up his friends when they're sad.
Siempre trata de divertir a sus amigos cuando están tristes.

Etymology

From Latin 'divertire', which means 'to turn aside' or 'to distract'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

have a blast
To spend a very pleasant and fun time.
divertirse a lo grande
there's no time to have fun
Indicates that there is no time for leisure activities.
no hay tiempo para divertirse
have a blast like a kid
To have a great time.
divertirse como un enano

Related Words

fun
State or feeling of having a good time.
diversión
entertain
Keeping someone interested and active.
entretener
recreation
Activity done for pleasure in free time.
recreación

Slang Meanings

Have a good time
That party was amazing, we had a great time.
Esa fiesta estuvo increíble, la pasamos muy bien.
Hang out
Let's hang out at the beach this weekend.
Vamos a echar relajo en la playa este fin de semana.