el animo

the motivation

Example Sentence

El animo sube cuando entreno con un amigo.

The motivation goes up when I train with a friend.

Meaning

El animo means motivation, spirit, or mood. It is useful for explaining why you train better with company or music.

Common Phrases

  • tener animo — to have motivation
  • subir el animo — to boost motivation

Example

Mi animo sube cuando entreno con alguien.

My motivation goes up when I train with someone.

Common Mistake

Missing the accent in writing: el ánimo is standard. Also avoid using it like English "animal": animo is not animal.