enérgico
/eˈneɾxiko/
The English word energetic translates to Spanish as enérgico. Wiktionary also lists energético.
Meaning: possessing, exerting, or displaying energy (adj)
Ways to say it
| Spanish | IPA |
|---|---|
| enérgico | /eˈneɾxiko/ |
| energético | /eneɾˈxetiko/ |
In Spanish, the translation depends on whether you are describing a person's temperament or something related to physical energy and calories.
Which one should you use?
Use enérgico to describe a person's character, temperament or a forceful action. In contrast, use energético to describe things related to physical energy or calories, such as food or a physical force.
How does it change in a sentence?
The adjective must agree with the noun it describes: use enérgica for a feminine singular noun, enérgicos for a masculine plural noun and enérgicas for a feminine plural noun.
How do you pronounce it?
/eˈneɾxiko/
Did you know?
- While an English speaker might say a person is 'full of energy', using energético to describe a person's personality in Spanish would sound like you are discussing their caloric content or a battery.
- If you want to say someone is 'hyper' or 'too energetic' in a childish way, Spanish speakers often use inquieto or eléctrico instead of enérgico.
- The adjective enérgico can be used to describe a 'vigorous' denial, such as una negación enérgica, which implies a strong and categorical rejection rather than a fast one.
Examples in context
- Él es un hombre enérgico.He's an energetic man.This sentence is useful for describing a man using enérgico.Tatoeba #10092989 by manufrutos, translation #10087404 by ddnktr
- Tom es enérgico.Tom is energetic.This sentence is useful for describing a person's character using enérgico.Tatoeba #2230025 by hayastan, translation #2202810 by CK
- ¿Cómo es que tú eres siempre tan energético?How come you're always so energetic?This sentence is useful for asking about someone's energy levels using energético.Tatoeba #853618 by japegon, translation #853024 by LittleBoy
- Mi profesor es una persona enérgica que siempre está motivada.My teacher is an energetic person who is always motivated.
- El equipo de trabajo está conformado por individuos dinámicos y comprometidos.The work team is composed of dynamic and committed individuals.
- María es una persona alegre y llena de energía.María is a cheerful and energetic person.
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Example conversation
Lucía and Daniel are talking about their new puppy.
- LucíaEl perro es muy enérgico hoy.The dog is very energetic today.
- DanielSí, no deja de correr por la casa.Yes, he doesn't stop running through the house.
- LucíaNecesita un paseo largo para cansarse.He needs a long walk to get tired.
- DanielTienes razón, Daniel lo llevará al parque.You are right, Daniel will take him to the park.
Sources
- Wiktionary, “energetic” translations and entries enérgico, energético, CC BY-SA 4.0, dump of 2026-09-26.
- Example sentences: Tatoeba CC BY 2.0 FR.
