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    Ímpetu (en. Momentum)

    /ˈim.pe.tu/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishSpanish
    noun
    Movement or force that drives someone to do something with determination.
    His momentum at work led him to quickly get a promotion.
    Su ímpetu en el trabajo lo llevó a conseguir un ascenso rápidamente.
    Energy or vigor shown in an effort.
    The momentum of the wave swept everything in its path.
    El ímpetu de la ola arrastró todo a su paso.
    Set of circumstances that favor an action.
    The rain gave momentum to the planting.
    La lluvia le dio ímpetu a la siembra.

    Etymology

    From Latin 'impetus', meaning 'impulse'.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    to give momentum
    To provide energy or motivation to act.
    dar ímpetu
    to lose momentum
    To stop acting with determination or energy.
    perder ímpetu
    with momentum
    To do something with vigor and determination.
    con ímpetu

    Related Words

    impulse
    Force that drives to perform an action.
    impulso
    dynamism
    Ability to perform actions with energy.
    dinamismo

    Slang Meanings

    Intense energy when doing things.
    He always acts with momentum when it comes to teamwork.
    Siempre actúa con ímpetu cuando se trata de trabajar en equipo.