Spanish Conversation · Level 44
75 words
Spanish word
optimismo
Pronunciation
IPA/optiˈmismo/
Meaning
- masculine nounoptimism
Example
Mantén tu optimismo.
Keep your optimism.
More examples
No pierdas el optimismo por un revés.
Don't lose optimism over a setback.
Core concept
A mental tendency to expect good outcomes despite problems or uncertainty.
Common phrases
perder el optimismo
lose optimism
recuperar el optimismo
regain optimism
con optimismo
with optimism
Similar words
esperanza: Feeling that a particular situation or outcome will turn out positively.
confianza: Confidence that people or conditions will act dependably and produce success.
ánimo: Sense of morale and vigor that makes pursuing goals feel possible.
entusiasmo: Enthusiastic zeal and lively interest that propels focused effort.
Definition in Spanish
Tendencia mental a valorar las posibilidades positivas y a mantener esperanza frente a problemas o incertidumbres.
Word origin
From Latin optimus 'best' plus the suffix -ismo, formed to denote a disposition or tendency to expect the best.
Usage tips
- Spanish distinguishes optimismo (the noun naming the attitude) from optimista (the adjective or a person), so asking '¿Eres optimista?' sounds natural.