impresionarte
/impɾesjonaɾte/from spelling rules
In Spanish, the phrase "wow you" is translated as impresionarte.
The verb impresionar can mean to impress, but depending on the context, it can also mean to shock or startle someone. Use this phrase when you want to express the intent to make someone feel great admiration or surprise.
How does it change in a sentence?
The form impresionarte consists of the infinitive verb with the object pronoun te attached to the end. This attachment is common in Spanish when the verb is not conjugated.
How do you pronounce it?
/impɾesjonaɾte/
Did you know?
- In some Spanish-speaking cultures, if you are truly wowed by someone, you might accompany the sentiment with a 'whistle' or a 'click' of the tongue. This non-verbal cue emphasizes the intensity of the admiration.
- When someone is 'wowed' by a performance, they might use the phrase quedarse boquiabierto, which literally means to be left with one's mouth open.
- In many Spanish-speaking cultures, if you want to say you want to 'wow' someone with a physical appearance, you might use the verb deslumbrar, which literally means 'to dazzle' or 'to blind with light'.
Examples in context
- ¡Guau! No puedo creer lo talentoso que eres para tocar la guitarra.Wow! I can't believe how talented you are at playing the guitar.
- Tu talento va a impresionarte a ti mismo.Your talent is going to impress even you.
- Espero que el espectáculo logre impresionarte.I hope the show manages to impress you.
Example conversation
Alejandro is showing Sofia his new painting.
- AlejandroMira mi cuadro, quiero impresionarte.Look at my painting, I want to wow you.
- Sofía¡Es increíble! Lograste impresionarme.It's incredible! You managed to wow me.
- AlejandroMe alegra que te guste tanto.I'm glad you like it so much.
- SofíaTienes mucho talento, Alejandro.You have a lot of talent, Alejandro.
Sources
- IPA marked “from spelling rules” is derived from standard Spanish spelling, where Wiktionary gives none.
