Inspira (en. Inspire)

/in'spiɾa/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishSpanish
verb
To provoke the creation of ideas or feelings in someone.
Music inspires peace and tranquility.
La música inspira paz y tranquilidad.
To draw air into the lungs.
It is important to breathe deeply to relax.
Es importante inspira profundamente para relajarse.
To motivate someone to carry out an action.
His life story inspires many young people.
Su historia de vida inspira a muchos jóvenes.

Etymology

From the Latin 'inspirare', which means 'to blow into' or 'to infuse'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

to inspire confidence
To generate security in others.
inspirar confianza
to inspire someone
To motivate someone to act or think in a certain way.
inspirar a alguien
to inspire respect
To provoke admiration and consideration in others.
inspirar respeto

Related Words

inspiration
The act or effect of inspiring something.
inspiración
inspiring
That which serves to inspire or motivate others.
inspirador
breathing
The process of inhaling and exhaling air.
respiración

Slang Meanings

To be in a good creative vibe.
Today I feel good, I’m feeling inspired.
Hoy me siento bien, estoy bien inspira.
To help someone think more creatively.
That talk inspired me a lot.
Esa charla me inspiró mucho.