Spanish Conversation · Level 68
58 words
Spanish word
estímulo
Pronunciation
IPA/esˈtimulo/
Meaning
- masculine nounencouragement
Example
Ese reconocimiento fue un estímulo para mí.
That recognition was an encouragement to me.
More examples
Su apoyo fue un estímulo moral que me ayudó a continuar.
His support was a moral encouragement that helped me continue.
Core concept
A prompt that makes someone act.
Common phrases
estímulo moral
moral encouragement
estímulo positivo
positive encouragement
Similar words
ánimo: Gives a boost of spirit or courage that raises energy and morale.
motivación: Provides an inner drive or reason that sustains ongoing effort.
aliento: Expresses support in words or gestures to cheer someone on.
incentivo: Offers an external reward or benefit to encourage a specific action.
Definition in Spanish
Cosa o factor que impulsa a una persona a actuar o a esforzarse.
Word origin
From Latin stimulus 'goad, sting', it starts as a word for a physical poke and now names anything that prompts action or effort.
Usage tips
- Spanish often uses dar or ser un estímulo (dar un estímulo a alguien; ser un estímulo para) and in conversation speakers commonly say me animó instead of dar un estímulo.
Other meanings
- stimulusnoun
- motivationnoun
Opposites
- desánimodiscouragementnoun
- desmotivaciónloss of motivationnoun
Related words
- estimulanteencouragingadjective
- estimulaciónstimulationnoun