enamorados
“enamorados” means “in love” in Spanish. It has 2 different meanings depending on context:
in love
Also: smitten
📝 In Action
Mis padres todavía están muy enamorados después de 30 años.
A2My parents are still very much in love after 30 years.
Los jóvenes parecían completamente enamorados.
B1The young people looked completely in love.
lovers
Also: sweethearts
📝 In Action
Vimos a los enamorados sentados en el banco del parque.
B1We saw the lovers sitting on the park bench.
Los enamorados se dieron un beso de despedida.
B2The sweethearts gave each other a goodbye kiss.
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Quick Quiz: enamorados
Question 1 of 1
Which sentence uses 'enamorados' as a noun (referring to the couple itself)?
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📚 Etymology▼
This word comes from the verb 'enamorar,' which was formed by combining the prefix 'en-' (meaning 'in' or 'into') with the core noun 'amor' (love). So, the original meaning was literally 'to put into love.'
First recorded: 13th century
Cognates (Related words)
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Frequently Asked Questions
How do I use this word if I am talking about two women?
You must change the ending to match the feminine plural: 'enamoradas.' For example, 'Ellas están enamoradas' (They are in love).
Is 'enamorados' the same as 'novios'?
They are similar! 'Novios' means 'boyfriend and girlfriend' or 'fiancés' (they are officially dating/engaged). 'Enamorados' is more about the feeling—it means they are deeply 'in love,' regardless of their official relationship status.