diversión
“diversión” means “fun” in Spanish. It has 2 different meanings depending on context:
fun, amusement
Also: enjoyment
📝 In Action
La fiesta fue mucha diversión, me encantó.
A1The party was a lot of fun, I loved it.
Buscamos más diversión en nuestras vacaciones.
A2We are looking for more enjoyment on our vacation.
Lo hago solo por diversión.
A2I do it just for fun.
entertainment, pastime
📝 In Action
El parque de atracciones ofrece muchas diversiones para toda la familia.
B1The amusement park offers many forms of entertainment for the whole family.
Busquemos alguna diversión nocturna en el centro.
B2Let's look for some nighttime entertainment downtown.
✏️ Quick Practice
Quick Quiz: diversión
Question 1 of 1
Which sentence correctly uses a word from the 'diversión' family to express personal enjoyment?
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📚 Etymology▼
From the Latin verb *divertere*, meaning 'to turn aside' or 'to divert one's attention.' The core idea is shifting your focus away from serious work toward something pleasant and amusing.
First recorded: Around the 15th century
Cognates (Related words)
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is 'diversión' countable?
Generally, 'diversión' (fun/enjoyment) is uncountable, like water or air. However, when referring to specific activities or attractions (Meaning 2), it can be used in the plural: 'Hay muchas diversiones en el parque' (There are many attractions in the park).