Spanish Conversation · Level 132
45 words
Spanish word
aspiración
Pronunciation
IPA/aspiɾaˈθjon/
Meaning
- feminine nounaspiration
Example
Tengo la aspiración de estudiar medicina.
I have an aspiration to study medicine.
More examples
¿Cuál es tu aspiración a corto plazo?
What is your short-term aspiration?
Core concept
Person climbing a ladder toward a trophy.
Common phrases
tener la aspiración de
have the aspiration to
perseguir una aspiración
pursue an aspiration
una aspiración a corto plazo
a short-term aspiration
Similar words
meta: Specific, measurable target or endpoint set to be achieved.
objetivo: Concrete aim or purpose that directs actions toward a desired outcome.
deseo: Heartfelt wish or longing to have or experience something, without required effort.
ambición: Intense drive to gain notable success, rank, or influence, often competitive.
Definition in Spanish
Deseo intenso y deliberado de alcanzar una meta, especialmente en el ámbito profesional o personal.
Word origin
From Latin aspiratio, from the verb aspirare 'to breathe toward' (ad- + spirare), originally describing directed breath and later used figuratively for directing one's will toward a goal.
Usage tips
- The noun is somewhat formal; speakers often use 'aspirar a' or 'tener la aspiración de' in formal contexts and prefer 'quiero' or 'me gustaría' in casual speech.