How to Say "enchantment" in Spanish
The most common Spanish word for “enchantment” is “hechizo” — use 'hechizo' when referring to the magical spell itself, the act of casting it, or the resulting magical effect.
Use 'hechizo' when referring to the magical spell itself, the act of casting it, or the resulting magical effect.
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Use 'encanto' to describe the state or condition of being under a magical spell or charm, emphasizing the enchantment's effect on someone or something.
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Examples
El mago negro lanzó un hechizo muy poderoso.
The dark wizard cast a very powerful spell.
Pensamos que la princesa estaba bajo un hechizo de sueño.
We thought the princess was under a sleeping spell.
Necesitamos un contrahechizo para romper esto.
We need a counter-spell to break this.
en-KAHN-tohenˈkanto
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El mago rompió el encanto que protegía el castillo.
The wizard broke the spell that was protecting the castle.
La princesa se despertó del encanto con un beso.
The princess woke up from the enchantment with a kiss.
Hechizo vs. Encanto
Learners often confuse 'hechizo' and 'encanto' by using them interchangeably. Remember that 'hechizo' is the spell itself or the act of casting it, while 'encanto' is the state of being under its influence.
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