Sensación (en. Feeling)

/sensasjon/

Meaning & Definition

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noun
Impression produced by an external stimulus that affects the senses.
The sensation of cold made me look for a jacket.
La sensación de frío me hizo buscar una chaqueta.
Emotional or physical state that is experienced.
The sensation of happiness was contagious at the party.
La sensación de felicidad fue contagiosa en la fiesta.
Momentary perception in response to a stimulus.
I felt a strange sensation when watching the movie.
Me dio una sensación extraña al ver la película.

Etymology

From the Latin 'sensatio', which means 'the action of feeling'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

feeling of relief
A feeling of tranquility after a worry.
sensación de alivio
to give a sensation
To provoke an impression in someone about something.
dar una sensación
feeling of adventure
Thrilling feeling associated with new experiences.
sensación de aventura

Related Words

to feel
To experience a sensation or emotion.
sentir
emotion
Intense affective state that is consciously felt.
emoción
perception
Process of interpreting stimuli through the senses.
percepción

Slang Meanings

A very exciting or impressive experience.
That concert was a total sensation, I loved it.
Ese concierto fue una sensación total, me encantó.
News or event that generates a lot of interest.
The launch of that video game was a real sensation among fans.
El lanzamiento de ese videojuego fue una verdadera sensación entre los fans.