Spanish word

divertido

Pronunciation

IPA/diβeɾˈtiðo/

Meaning

  • adjectivefun

Example

La fiesta fue divertida.

The party was fun.

Illustration for divertido (fun)

More examples

Pasamos un rato divertido.

We had a fun time.

Core concept

An activity that makes time pass pleasantly for participants.

Common phrases

  • actividades divertidas

    fun activities

  • una conversación divertida

    a fun conversation

  • pasar un rato divertido

    have a fun time

Similar words

entretenido: Engaging and attention-holding, sustains interest throughout an activity.
gracioso: Amusing in a way that makes people laugh.
ameno: Light, pleasant, and easygoing, creates a relaxed, comfortable atmosphere.
alegre: Bright and cheerful, creates a lively, upbeat mood.

Definition in Spanish

Que provoca alegría y entretenimiento, haciendo que la experiencia sea grata para quien participa.

Word origin

Derived as the past participle of divertir (from Latin divertere 'turn aside'), with the meaning shifting from distraction to giving pleasure so divertido labels what entertains people.

Usage tips

  • Divertido often contrasts with gracioso, which usually highlights being funny or witty, so gracioso fits comic remarks while divertido fits enjoyable experiences.

Other meanings

  • amusingadjective
  • entertainingadjective

Opposites

  • aburridoboringadjective
  • monótonomonotonousadjective

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