Empuje (en. Push)

/emˈpu.xe/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishSpanish
noun
Action of pushing something or someone.
The push from the train made it move quickly.
El empuje del tren lo hizo avanzar rápidamente.
Impulse or motivation to perform an action.
He needs a push to finish his project.
Necesita un empuje para terminar su proyecto.

Etymology

From the verb "empujar," derived from the Latin 'impulsare.'

Common Phrases and Expressions

give a push
To provide an impulse or help to someone.
dar un empuje
forward push
Progress or advancement motivated by effort.
empuje hacia adelante
group push
Joint action to achieve a goal.
empuje en grupo

Related Words

push
To exert force with hands or body to move something.
empujar
shove
Hit or pressure applied at the same time.
empujón
impulse
Force that moves or provides energy to something.
impulso

Slang Meanings

To give someone an emotional push.
I gave him a push to motivate him in his career.
Le di un empuje para motivarlo en su carrera.
A significant boost in personal life.
That trip was a great boost for their relationship.
Ese viaje fue un gran empuje para su relación.