conmovedor
“conmovedor” means “touching” in Spanish (evoking strong feelings of sympathy or sadness).
touching, moving
Also: poignant, heart-stirring
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La película tuvo un final muy conmovedor.
A2The movie had a very touching ending.
Escuchamos un relato conmovedor sobre la vida de los refugiados.
B1We heard a moving story about the lives of the refugees.
Fue conmovedor ver a los dos hermanos reunirse después de tantos años.
B2It was heart-stirring to see the two brothers reunite after so many years.
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Which of these would you describe as 'conmovedor'?
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From the Latin word 'commovēre,' which means 'to stir up' or 'to move violently.' The prefix 'con-' means 'together' or 'completely,' and 'mover' means 'to move.'
First recorded: 13th century
Cognates (Related words)
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Frequently Asked Questions
Does 'conmovedor' always mean something is sad?
Not necessarily. While it often describes things that make you tear up, it can also describe something beautiful or noble that touches your heart, like a selfless act of kindness.
Is 'conmovedor' formal?
It's a neutral word. You can use it in a casual conversation about a movie or in a formal speech at a wedding.
How do I make it plural?
For masculine plural, add '-es': 'conmovedores'. For feminine plural, add '-as' to the feminine form: 'conmovedoras'.