inspirador
“inspirador” means “inspiring” in Spanish (giving someone a desire to do or feel something).
inspiring
Also: uplifting, thought-provoking
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Ella es una líder muy inspiradora para todo el equipo.
A2She is a very inspiring leader for the whole team.
Vimos una película inspiradora sobre un deportista famoso.
B1We saw an inspiring movie about a famous athlete.
El paisaje era tan inspirador que decidió empezar a pintar.
B2The landscape was so inspiring that he decided to start painting.
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Quick Quiz: inspirador
Question 1 of 3
Which of these is the correct feminine form of 'inspirador'?
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From the Latin word 'inspirator', which comes from 'inspirare', meaning 'to breathe into' or 'to blow into'. It's the same root that gives us 'spirit' and 'respiration'.
First recorded: 16th century
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Frequently Asked Questions
Can I use 'inspirador' for both people and things?
Yes! You can describe an 'autor inspirador' (a person) or an 'arte inspirador' (a thing). Just remember to change the gender to match!
Is it 'inspirador' or 'inspirante'?
Always 'inspirador'. While many adjectives end in -ante (like 'interesante'), 'inspirante' is not a standard word in Spanish.
How do I say 'it was an inspiring moment'?
You would say: 'Fue un momento inspirador'.