enérgico
“enérgico” means “energetic” in Spanish. It has 2 different meanings depending on context:
energetic
Also: vigorous, brisk
📝 In Action
Mi abuelo es un hombre muy enérgico.
A1My grandfather is a very energetic man.
Necesitamos un líder enérgico para este proyecto.
A2We need an energetic leader for this project.
Damos un paseo enérgico todas las mañanas.
B1We take a brisk walk every morning.
forceful
Also: decisive, strenuous
📝 In Action
El gobierno tomó medidas enérgicas contra el crimen.
B2The government took forceful measures against crime.
El director dio una respuesta enérgica a las críticas.
C1The director gave a decisive response to the criticism.
Presentaron una protesta enérgica por el trato recibido.
C2They lodged a strenuous protest about the treatment they received.
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Which sentence describes a person with a lot of life and vitality?
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From the Greek word 'energētikos' meaning 'active' or 'working', which traveled through Latin as 'energĭcus'. It shares the same root as the English word 'energy'.
First recorded: 17th century
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is 'enérgico' the same as 'energético'?
Not exactly! 'Enérgico' usually describes people or actions (an energetic kid, a forceful protest). 'Energético' is usually about energy sources, like 'bebida energética' (energy drink) or 'valor energético' (calorie value).
Does 'enérgico' sound angry?
No, it generally sounds positive or professional. It suggests strength and focus rather than anger.
Can I use 'enérgico' to describe a workout?
Yes! 'Un entrenamiento enérgico' is a perfect way to describe a vigorous or high-intensity workout.