Nervio (en. Nerve)

/ˈneɾβjo/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishSpanish
noun
Structure of the nervous system that facilitates the connection and communication between different parts of the body.
The optic nerve transmits visual information to the brain.
El nervio óptico transmite información visual al cerebro.
Bravery or courage to face difficult situations.
He had the nerve to speak in public despite his shyness.
Tuvo el nervio de hablar en público a pesar de su timidez.
Sensation of tension or anxiety.
He was under a lot of nerve before the exam.
Estaba bajo mucho nervio antes del examen.

Etymology

From Latin 'nervius', meaning 'tendon, nerve'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

to have nerve
To have courage or daring.
tener nervio
to not have nerve
To lack the courage to act.
no tener nervio
to be on edge
To be in a state of tension or anxiety.
estar de nervio

Related Words

nervous
Showing anxiety or restlessness.
nervioso
neuro
Related to nerves or the nervous system.
neuro
bravery
Quality of being brave.
valentía

Slang Meanings

To have guts or courage.
That guy has nerve; he dared to challenge the teacher.
Ese chico tiene nervio, se atrevió a desafiar al profesor.
To feel anxious or tense.
He was nervous before receiving his result.
Estaba con nervio antes de recibir su resultado.