Adjective
/enkán.ta.ðo/
The word "encantado" means delighted or enchanted and is often used to express pleasure, satisfaction, or happiness. It can be used in various contexts, typically as a response to introductions, where someone might say "encantado de conocerte" (pleased to meet you). In Spanish, it is fairly common in both oral speech and written contexts, but it tends to be more prevalent in formal introductions and polite conversation.
Estoy encantado de estar aquí hoy.
I am delighted to be here today.
Fue un encuentro encantado y memorable.
It was an enchanted and memorable meeting.
Encantado de conocerte, soy Juan.
Delighted to meet you, I am Juan.
The term "encantado" frequently appears in idiomatic expressions in Spanish. Below are some common expressions that include the word:
Encantado de la vida.
A phrase used to express that someone is very happy or content with life.
I'm delighted with life.
Estar encantado con algo.
Means to be very pleased or thrilled about something.
Estoy encantado con el nuevo trabajo.
I am delighted with the new job.
Un día encantado.
Refers to a perfect or wonderful day.
Hoy es un día encantado para salir a pasear.
Today is a wonderful day to go for a walk.
Vivimos en un mundo encantado.
This can mean living in a magical or idealized world.
We live in an enchanted world.
The word "encantado" comes from the Latin "incantatus," which is the past participle of "incantare," meaning to enchant or to charm. The prefix "en-" indicates to cause, while "cantar" means to sing, implying a magical singing or incantation.
Synonyms: - Agradado (pleased) - Contento (happy) - Feliz (happy)
Antonyms: - Desencantado (disenchanted) - Descontento (discontent) - Triste (sad)