spirit

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BrE /ˈspɪrɪt/ AmE /ˈspɪrɪt/

noun en → es

1 ANIMATING FORCE B1

the non-physical part of a person that is thought to be the source of their emotions, thoughts and will

espíritu, alma

  • have no spirit

Collocations spirit of adventure · in high spirits

  • She has a great spirit and is always full of energy.

    Ella tiene un gran espíritu y siempre está llena de energía.

2 DRINK B1

a strong alcoholic drink, especially one made from fruit or grain

licor, bebida alcohólica fuerte

  • drink a spirit

Collocations whisky is a popular spirit in Scotland · a glass of spirits

  • He poured himself a large glass of whisky.

    Él se sirvió un gran vaso de whisky.

3 SPIRITUALITY B2

the beliefs and practices that are connected with religion or a belief in God, angels, etc.

espiritualidad, religiosidad

  • have no spirit

Collocations spirit of the law · in the spirit of something

  • The church is a place for spiritual reflection.

    La iglesia es un lugar para la reflexión espiritual.

4 LIFE FORCE B1

the energy or enthusiasm that makes something lively and exciting

energía, entusiasmo

  • have no spirit

Collocations spirit of the place · in high spirits

  • The party was full of fun and spirit.

    La fiesta estaba llena de diversión y espíritu.

5 GHOST B2

a ghost or the soul of a dead person that some people believe can appear to living people as an invisible spirit

fantasma, alma de un muerto

  • see a spirit

Collocations spirit of the dead · in the form of a spirit

  • Some people believe in ghosts and spirits.

    Algunas personas creen en fantasmas y espíritus.

6 TEAM SPIRIT B2

the feeling of unity, loyalty, and enthusiasm that exists among the members of a team or group

espíritu de equipo, cohesión

  • have no spirit

Collocations spirit of teamwork · in good spirits

  • The team showed great spirit and determination.

    El equipo demostró un gran espíritu y determinación.

7 SPIRITUAL BEING C1

a supernatural being, such as an angel or demon, that is believed to exist in some religions

ser espiritual, ser sobrenatural

  • see a spirit

Collocations spirit of the air · in the form of a spirit

  • In some religions, spirits are thought to guide people.

    En algunas religiones, se cree que los espíritus guían a las personas.

8 SPIRITUALITY C1

the beliefs and practices that are connected with religion or a belief in God, angels, etc.

espiritualidad, religiosidad

  • have no spirit

Collocations spirit of the law · in the spirit of something

  • The festival celebrates the spiritual side of life.

    El festival celebra el lado espiritual de la vida.