Spanish Conversation · Level 86
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Spanish word
vigor
Pronunciation
IPA/biˈɣoɾ/
Meaning
- masculine nounenergy
Example
El ejercicio diario aumenta el vigor.
Daily exercise increases energy.
More examples
Trabajó con vigor para terminar el proyecto.
He worked with vigor to finish the project.
Core concept
Capacity to act with physical strength and moral vitality.
Common phrases
recuperar vigor
regain vigor
perder vigor
lose vigor
vigor mental
mental vigor
Similar words
energía: Everyday capacity for physical or mental activity; ordinary energy levels.
ánimo: Emotional cheer and motivation that encourages willingness to act.
vitalidad: State of lively health and zest that shows strong life force.
fuerza: Physical strength or force used to move, lift, or resist.
Definition in Spanish
Capacidad para actuar con fuerza o energía, tanto en lo físico como en lo moral.
Word origin
From Latin vigēre 'to be lively', via medieval Latin vigor, giving Spanish vigor the sense of strength and liveliness.
Usage tips
- Often used in formal or medical contexts; in everyday conversation energía, fuerza, or ánimo express the idea more naturally.