Entusiasta (en. Enthusiastic)

/entuˈsjasta/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishSpanish
noun
An individual who feels very passionate or excited about a specific subject.
He is an astronomy enthusiast who spends hours observing the stars.
Es un entusiasta de la astronomía que pasa horas observando las estrellas.
Someone who fervently supports a cause or activity.
As an environmental enthusiast, he participates in many conservation initiatives.
Como entusiasta del medio ambiente, participa en muchas iniciativas de conservación.
A person who has a fervent interest in an activity or sport.
He is a cycling enthusiast and covers long routes on weekends.
Es un entusiasta del ciclismo y recorre rutas largas los fines de semana.

Etymology

From the Greek 'enthousiastés', which means 'to be possessed by a god.'

Common Phrases and Expressions

enthusiastic about life
A person who faces life with joy and optimism.
entusiasta por la vida
sports enthusiast
Someone who follows or practices sports with great fervor.
entusiasta del deporte
to be an enthusiast
It means having a great interest or passion for something.
ser un entusiasta

Related Words

enthusiasm
A state of mind that involves great joy and fervor.
entusiasmo
passionate
A person who feels a great passion for something.
apasionado
amateur
A person who follows or practices an activity as a hobby.
aficionado

Slang Meanings

Freak
That guy is a music freak; he knows all the bands.
Ese tipo es un freak de la música, conoce todas las bandas.
Nerd
He is a video game nerd; he has every console.
Es un nerd de los videojuegos, tiene cada consola.