Spanish word

magnetismo

Pronunciation

IPA/maɣneˈtismo/

Meaning

  • masculine nounmagnetism

Example

El magnetismo hace que la brújula apunte al norte.

Magnetism causes the compass to point north.

Illustration for magnetismo (magnetism)

More examples

En la fiesta, su magnetismo hizo que mucha gente se le acercara.

At the party, his magnetism caused many people to approach him.

Core concept

Invisible force that attracts or repels objects and denotes personal appeal.

Common phrases

  • sentir magnetismo hacia alguien

    feel magnetism for someone

  • magnetismo natural

    natural magnetism

  • mostrar magnetismo

    display magnetism

Similar words

atracción: Pulling force that draws objects or people toward something.
carisma: Natural quality that draws others' attention and favorable feelings.
encanto: Personal charm that strongly captivates people's affections.
repulsión: Force that pushes objects or people away from each other.

Definition in Spanish

Propiedad por la que ciertos materiales generan fuerzas que atraen o repelen a otros objetos; también se usa metafóricamente para indicar atractivo personal.

Word origin

Magnetismo comes from Greek magnētismós (named for Magnesia, where magnetite was found) via Latin, originally referring to the natural force produced by magnetic stones.

Usage tips

  • In physics contexts the word appears with campo magnético, imán, or polos, while the metaphorical sense commonly takes verbs like tener magnetismo to mean personal charm.

Other meanings

  • appealnoun

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