Spanish Conversation · Level 156
30 words
Spanish word
elogiar
Pronunciation
IPA/eloˈxjaɾ/
Meaning
- verbpraise
Example
Mi jefe elogió mi informe.
My boss praised my report.
More examples
La profesora elogió la presentación del estudiante.
The teacher praised the student's presentation.
Core concept
An audible compliment about a person's actions, character, or work.
Common phrases
elogiar a alguien
praise someone
elogiar el trabajo
praise the work
elogiar públicamente
praise in public
Similar words
alabar: Praises someone's actions or achievements, stressing the quality of the results.
felicitar: Offers congratulations for a success or an important life milestone.
halagar: Gives compliments aimed at pleasing or flattering the other person.
Definition in Spanish
Expresar verbalmente aprobación o admiración hacia cualidades personales, actos o trabajos de alguien.
Word origin
The verb comes from the noun elogio, ultimately from Greek eulogia 'good word' via Latin elogium.
Usage tips
- In conversation, a short specific phrase (for example, 'Me gustó tu explicación') often makes an elogio sound more natural and sincere.