Inspiró (en. Inspired)

/in.spiˈɾo/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishSpanish
verb
To provoke sensations or emotions in someone.
The music she listened to inspired her to write a poem.
La música que escuchó la inspiró a escribir un poema.
To evoke ideas or concepts in thought.
His speech inspired many young people to fight for their dreams.
Su discurso inspiró a muchos jóvenes a luchar por sus sueños.
To imbue the person with a certain feeling.
The art of her friend inspired her to create a new work.
El arte de su amigo la inspiró a crear una nueva obra.

Etymology

From Latin 'inspirare', which means to encourage or to infuse.

Common Phrases and Expressions

to inspire confidence
To generate security in someone.
inspirar confianza
to inspire respect
To provoke admiration and consideration.
inspirar respeto
to be a source of inspiration
To be an example or model that stimulates the creativity of others.
ser una fuente de inspiración

Related Words

inspiration
The process of receiving an idea or creative stimulation.
inspiración
inspiring
That provokes inspiration.
inspirador
breathing
The act of inhaling and exhaling air.
respiración

Slang Meanings

To use someone as a model for a creative project.
Whenever I have doubts, my grandmother inspires me in my decisions.
Siempre que tengo dudas, mi abuela me inspira en mis decisiones.
To feel a deep connection with a concept or person.
That movie really inspired me; now I have many ideas.
Esa película realmente me inspiró, ahora tengo muchas ideas.