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    Gustar (en. Like)

    /ɡusˈtaɾ/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishSpanish
    verb
    To indicate that something is pleasant or enjoyable for someone.
    Juan likes ice cream.
    A Juan le gusta el helado.
    Used to express preferences or likes.
    She likes action movies.
    A ella le gustan las películas de acción.
    To reflect satisfaction towards an activity or thing.
    We like to walk on the beach.
    Nos gusta caminar por la playa.
    Used in impersonal constructions to express what is pleasant.
    I like to dance at parties.
    Me gusta bailar en las fiestas.

    Etymology

    From Latin 'gustare', which means 'to taste'.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    to be liked by someone
    To please someone, to be to someone's liking.
    gustar a alguien
    I don't like
    Expression that indicates displeasure for something.
    no me gusta
    to like
    To have affection or preference for something.
    gustar de

    Related Words

    pleasure
    State or condition of pleasing.
    agrado
    preference
    Favorable inclination towards something.
    preferencia
    satisfaction
    State of pleasure or contentment.
    satisfacción

    Slang Meanings

    To be trendy
    That place is trendy, I like it.
    Ese lugar está en onda, me gusta.
    To be the best
    That song is the best, I like it a lot.
    Esa canción es lo más, me gusta mucho.