Empujo (en. Push)

/emˈpu.xo/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishSpanish

noun

Definition: Force or movement exerted on something to displace it.

Example Sentence: The push I felt when opening the door surprised me.

El empujo que sentí al abrir la puerta me sorprendió.

Definition: Impulse or motivation given to an action or idea.

Example Sentence: The push of his speech motivated many to act.

El empujo de su discurso motivó a muchos a actuar.

Definition: Energy or physical effort applied to move something.

Example Sentence: There was a strong push to move the stuck car.

Hubo un empujo fuerte para mover el coche atascado.

Etymology/Origin: Derived from the verb push, which comes from the Latin 'impulsare'.

Common Phrase: give a push

Meaning: Offer support or help for something to advance.

dar un empujo

Common Phrase: moral push

Meaning: Emotional stimulus to take action.

empujo moral

Common Phrase: without push

Meaning: Without forces or reasons to act.

sin empujo

Related Word: push

Description: Action of exerting force on something to move it.

empujar

Related Word: star

Description: Celestial body that emits light and can influence by gravity.

estrella

Related Word: to drive

Description: To cause something to advance or progress.

impulsar

Slang Meaning: An unexpected push in a difficult situation.

Example: That comment was a push that made me reflect.

Ese comentario fue un empujo que me hizo reflexionar.

Slang Meaning: Energy felt at a party or gathering.

Example: This party has a momentum that doesn't stop.

Esta fiesta tiene un empujo que no para.