Encantar (en. Love)

/enkanˈtar/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishSpanish
verb
To produce in someone a very intense pleasure.
I love classical music.
Me encanta la música clásica.
To cause admiration or enjoyment for something.
I loved that movie.
Esa película me encantó.
To attract or seduce very effectively.
The beauty of that painting enchants everyone.
La belleza de esa pintura encanta a todos.

Etymology

From Latin 'encantare', which means 'to captivate' or 'to attract'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

I love
expresses that something is very liked.
me encanta
to enchant someone
to captivate a person with something or someone.
encantar a alguien
enchanting thing
something that is very pleasant or attractive.
cosa encantadora

Related Words

charming
that enchants or attracts with its beauty or qualities.
encantador
fascinating
that intensely attracts attention.
fascinante
delicious
that causes special satisfaction.
delicioso

Slang Meanings

To go to a place that you really like.
Let's go to that café that I love.
Vamos a esa cafetería que me encanta.
To feel great enthusiasm for something.
I am delighted with the new album by my favorite band.
Estoy encantado con el nuevo álbum de mi banda favorita.