Spanish word

encanto

Pronunciation

IPA/eŋˈkanto/

Meaning

  • masculine nouncharm

Example

Este barrio tiene mucho encanto.

This neighborhood has a lot of charm.

Illustration for encanto (charm)

More examples

Su encanto personal conquistó al público.

His personal charm won over the audience.

Core concept

An appealing, magnetic quality that draws affection and interest.

Common phrases

  • tener encanto

    have charm

  • encanto personal

    personal charm

  • lleno de encanto

    full of charm

Similar words

atractivo: Presents a striking look or trait that catches and holds others' attention.
carisma: Commands attention through a confident, likable personal presence.
atracción: Creates the emotional pull or desire that draws people in.
belleza: Shows clear visual beauty based on symmetry, color, or form.

Definition in Spanish

Capacidad de agradar o fascinar que genera afecto, admiración o interés hacia personas, objetos o lugares.

Word origin

From Latin incantare via Spanish encantar, with the -o nominal ending forming a noun that names the quality of being charming.

Usage tips

  • 'Tiene encanto' frequently describes neighborhoods or properties, and adding a reason (view, architecture, atmosphere) makes the praise sound natural.

Other meanings

  • likabilitynoun
  • enchantmentnoun

Opposites

  • desencantodisenchantmentnoun
  • repulsiónrepulsionnoun

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