Spanish word

maravilla

Pronunciation

IPA/maɾaˈβiʝa/

Meaning

  • feminine nounwonder

Example

Es una maravilla que funcione tan bien.

It's a wonder that it works so well.

Illustration for maravilla (wonder)

More examples

¡Qué maravilla ver cómo crecen las plantas después de la lluvia!

What a wonder to see how the plants grow after the rain!

Core concept

A cause or feeling of joyful astonishment at something remarkable.

Common phrases

  • ser una maravilla

    be a wonder

  • ¡Qué maravilla!

    what a wonder!

  • una maravilla natural

    a natural wonder

Similar words

asombro: Intense, speechless amazement that leaves a person stunned and unable to speak.
sorpresa: Sudden emotional reaction to an unforeseen event or unexpected outcome.
admiración: Respectful admiration that leads to praise for someone's skill or excellence.
encanto: Gentle, pleasing charm or cuteness that soothes and draws affection.

Definition in Spanish

Palabra que denota el sentimiento de sorpresa y placer ante algo extraordinario, o la cosa que provoca ese sentimiento.

Word origin

Ultimately from Latin mirari 'to wonder', with mirabilis and medieval mirabilia shaping the Spanish form maravilla.

Usage tips

  • Spanish often counts maravilla with an article (una maravilla) and uses it in set expressions such as hacer maravillas and maravillarse, so it functions as both praise and reaction.

Other meanings

  • surprisenoun

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