Encantado (en. Delighted)
/enkánˈtaðo/
Meaning & Definition
EnglishSpanish
adjective
Refers to someone who is very happy or content.
He was delighted with the gift he received.
Estaba encantado con el regalo que recibió.
Expression that indicates joy or pleasure in meeting someone.
Nice to meet you!
¡Encantado de conocerte!
Used to express satisfaction from an experience.
He was enchanted by the play.
Quedó encantado con la obra de teatro.
Indicates a positive emotional state in response to an event or situation.
We are delighted that you came.
Estamos encantados de que hayas venido.
Can refer to something magical or fascinating.
The environment was enchanting and full of mystery.
El entorno era encantado y lleno de misterio.
Etymology
From Latin 'incantatus', participle of 'incantare', meaning 'to enchant' or 'to bewitch'.
Common Phrases and Expressions
pleased to meet you
Expression used to show satisfaction when meeting someone.
encantado de conocerte
to be delighted
Refers to being very happy or satisfied with something.
estar encantado
it has me enchanted
Indicates that something or someone causes great admiration or pleasure.
me tiene encantado
Related Words
charm
Quality of being pleasant or attractive.
encanto
enchantment
Spell or magic that produces admiration or pleasure.
encantamiento
Slang Meanings
To be in the clouds
When he heard the proposal, he was enchanted and couldn't respond.
Cuando escuchó la propuesta, quedó encantado y no pudo responder.
Cool
The show was enchanting, very cool.
El espectáculo estuvo encantado, muy chido.