emocionada
“emocionada” means “excited” in Spanish (feeling anticipation or joy).
excited, thrilled
Also: moved, emotional
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Mi hermana está muy emocionada por su fiesta de cumpleaños.
A1My sister is very excited about her birthday party.
Cuando recibió el premio, la actriz se sintió tan emocionada que lloró.
B1When she received the award, the actress felt so moved that she cried.
¿Estás emocionada de ir a la playa mañana?
A2Are you excited to go to the beach tomorrow?
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Words that translate to "emocionada" in Spanish:
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This word comes from the Spanish verb 'emocionar,' which itself is built upon the noun 'emoción' (emotion). It ultimately traces back to Latin words meaning 'to move out' or 'to stir up,' reflecting the idea of strong feelings being generated inside you.
First recorded: 15th century (root verb forms)
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Frequently Asked Questions
Why does 'emocionada' end in -ada?
It ends in -ada because it is the feminine version of a past participle. It comes from the verb 'emocionar' (an -ar verb), and all regular -ar verbs form their feminine past participle by changing -ar to -ada.
Is 'emocionada' the same as 'emotional' in English?
Not exactly. While it *can* mean 'emotional' (deeply moved), it is far more often used to mean 'excited' or 'thrilled,' especially in everyday conversation. If you want to say someone is generally prone to strong feelings, you might use 'sensible' or 'emotiva' instead.