Sensacion (en. Feeling)
/sensasiˈon/
Meaning & Definition
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noun
Experience that results from the stimulation of the senses.
The sensation of the breeze on the face is very refreshing.
La sensación de la brisa en el rostro es muy refrescante.
Emotional state in response to certain circumstances.
He felt a sensation of joy upon seeing his friends.
Sentía una sensación de alegría al ver a sus amigos.
Perception or sensation experienced in response to a stimulus.
The music gave him a strange sensation.
La música le provocó una sensación extraña.
Etymology
From the Latin 'sensatio', which means 'action of perceiving'.
Common Phrases and Expressions
to have a sensation
To experience a perception or emotion, although not always clear.
tener una sensación
sensation of fear
Emotional perception that provokes fear.
sensación de miedo
thermal sensation
Subjective perception of temperature.
sensación térmica
Related Words
sense
Ability to perceive stimuli from the environment.
sentido
emotion
Affective state that can be intense or fleeting.
emocion
perception
An approach to understanding a stimulus.
percepcion
Slang Meanings
Feeling of good vibes.
Today I have an incredible sensation at work.
Hoy tengo una sensación increíble en el trabajo.
Feeling of bad vibes.
I don't like the atmosphere; it gives me a strange sensation.
No me gusta el ambiente, me da una sensación rara.