Influjo (en. Influence)

/inˈfluxo/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishSpanish
noun
Effect that something has on a person or thing.
The influence of music can change your mood.
El influjo de la música puede cambiar tu estado de ánimo.
Current of a fluid, especially a liquid.
The influence of the river carries everything in its path.
El influjo del río arrastra todo a su paso.
Influence exerted from a place or through a phenomenon.
The influence of the moon affects the tides.
El influjo de la luna afecta las mareas.

Etymology

From the Latin 'influxus', meaning 'the action of entering or flowing inward'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

to have an influence
To exert a significant influence over something or someone.
tener un influjo
under the influence
To be subjected to the influence of something, especially in a negative way.
bajo el influjo
influence of fashion
Trend or style that affects people's behavior or choices.
influjo de la moda

Related Words

influence
Power to affect or modify someone's actions or thoughts.
influencia
to flow
To move or flow continuously.
fluir
effect
Result of a cause or action.
efecto

Slang Meanings

Influence or power that someone has in informal situations.
That friend has a lot of influence in the group.
Ese amigo tiene mucho influjo en el grupo.
To exert pressure or manipulation in a social context.
She used her influence to get him accepted.
Ella utilizó su influjo para conseguir que lo aceptaran.