Sensaciones (en. Sensations)

/sensat̪ioˈnes/

Meaning & Definition

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noun
Experience or perception that results from the stimulation of the senses.
The sensations of heat and cold are fundamental for the perception of the environment.
Las sensaciones de calor y frío son fundamentales para la percepción del ambiente.
Emotional or physical state that is felt or experienced.
I felt sensations of joy upon receiving the news.
Tuve sensaciones de alegría al recibir la noticia.
Impressions that a situation or place provokes.
The sensations at this concert are indescribable.
Las sensaciones en este concierto son indescriptibles.

Etymology

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

Common Phrases and Expressions

to have mixed feelings
Experiencing opposing feelings about a situation.
tener sensaciones encontradas
to create sensations
Producing emotional reactions in others.
crear sensaciones
to generate positive sensations
Provoking pleasant or optimistic feelings.
generar sensaciones positivas

Related Words

sensitivity
Ability to perceive or feel stimuli.
sensibilidad
perception
Process by which we interpret sensory stimuli.
percepción
emotions
Affective reactions that involve moods.
emociones

Slang Meanings

Sensations of euphoria after consuming drugs.
After the party, many talked about the sensations they had.
Después de la fiesta, muchos hablaban de las sensaciones que tuvieron.
Intense feelings in romantic situations.
That date left me with very intense sensations.
Esa cita me dejó sensaciones muy intensas.