Spanish word

vitalidad

Pronunciation

IPA/bitaliˈðað/

Meaning

  • feminine nounenergy

Example

Hoy tengo mucha vitalidad.

I have a lot of energy today.

Illustration for vitalidad (energy)

More examples

La música me llena de vitalidad.

The music fills me with energy.

Core concept

Lively physical and mental vigor.

Common phrases

  • sentir vitalidad

    feel energy

  • recuperar vitalidad

    regain energy

  • perder vitalidad

    lose energy

Similar words

energía: Physical or mental energy used to power actions and tasks.
entusiasmo: Strong eager desire to do something, showing lively interest and readiness to act.
vigor: Robust physical strength and force in the body.
vivacidad: Liveliness in movement or expression that appears bright and spirited.

Definition in Spanish

Energía vital que mantiene a una persona activa y con salud física y mental.

Word origin

From Latin vita 'life' through vitalis and the medieval vitalitas that yielded the Spanish noun vitalidad.

Usage tips

  • Unlike English 'vital' meaning 'necessary', Spanish vitalidad refers to a person's liveliness and health rather than to necessity.

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