Spanish Conversation · Level 60
76 words
Spanish word
ánimo
Pronunciation
IPA/ˈanimo/
Meaning
- masculine nounenergy
Example
No tengo ánimo para salir hoy.
I don't have the energy to go out today.
More examples
Un mensaje de apoyo levantó mi ánimo.
A message of support lifted my spirits.
Core concept
Temporary emotional energy that pushes someone to act.
Common phrases
tener ánimo
have the energy
levantar el ánimo
lift one's spirits
perder el ánimo
lose heart
Similar words
ganas: Strong personal desire or urge to do something.
fuerza: Physical or mental strength or capacity to exert effort.
espíritu: Positive, motivating mental force that sustains activity.
moral: Overall level of motivation and confidence within a person or group.
Definition in Spanish
Disposición o estado emocional de una persona que refleja energía, motivación o humor y suele ser temporal.
Word origin
From Latin animus 'mind, spirit', originally referring to the inner self and later narrowing to a temporary feeling of drive, mood, or energy in Spanish.
Usage tips
- Spanish speakers use '¡Ánimo!' as an encouragement, 'tener ánimo para...' to say one has the energy to do something, and 'estar de buen/mal ánimo' to describe mood.