Fascinación (en. Fascination)
/fasi.nasˈjon/
Meaning & Definition
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noun
Very strong interest or attraction towards something.
His fascination with the natural sciences began in childhood.
Su fascinación por las ciencias naturales comenzó en la infancia.
Effect that something has on the mind or senses that produces awe.
The fascination she felt for astronomy led her to become an astronomer.
La fascinación que sentía por la astronomía la llevó a convertirse en astrónoma.
State of being fascinated or captivated.
Her fascination with classical art led her to study art history.
La fascinación por el arte clásico la llevó a estudiar historia del arte.
Etymology
From Latin 'fascinatio', meaning 'spell' or 'enchantment'.
Common Phrases and Expressions
to give fascination
To produce an effect of intense attraction towards something.
dar fascinación
to have a fascination for
To feel a deep interest or passion for something.
tener fascinación por
to live in fascination
To constantly experience wonder or interest in things.
vivir en fascinación
Related Words
to fascinate
To provoke fascination in someone.
fascinar
fascinating
That causes fascination; attractive or captivating.
fascinante
fascinator
A person who fascinates others.
fascinador
Slang Meanings
Extreme fascination for something considered 'cool'.
That music gives me total fascination.
Esa música me da una fascinación total.
Intense attraction to a person in romantic terms.
I feel a crazy fascination for her.
Siento una fascinación loca por ella.