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encanto

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Encanto (noun) means the 2021 Walt Disney animated film set in Colombia, in which a family living in an enchanted house each receive a magical gift. Example: “Every child at the party could sing the whole soundtrack from Encanto.”

noun

The 2021 Walt Disney animated film set in Colombia, in which a family living in an enchanted house each receive a magical gift.

"Every child at the party could sing the whole soundtrack from Encanto."

A Spanish word meaning charm, enchantment or delight — the quality that makes something or someone captivating.

"El pueblo tiene un encanto especial — the town has a special charm."

"She was drawn to the encanto of the old quarter."

informal A person or thing that is a delight to be around; a darling.

"Tu hija es un encanto — your daughter is an absolute darling."

How to use encanto

Learner’s notes

In plain EnglishEncanto is Spanish for charm or magic — the spell something casts over you.

When to use it

A Spanish noun, not naturalised into English; in English text it appears mostly as a title or a place name. In Spanish it is masculine: el encanto, un encanto.

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Encantado means pleased to meet you and is a different word form — encanto is the noun, encantado the past participle used as a greeting.

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Easily confused with

encantado encantar canto →

Common pairings

un encanto el encanto de lleno de encanto

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C2 · Advanced serendipity Fortunate discoveries made entirely by accident.

Gen Z slang rizz Charm — the ability to attract a romantic interest.

B2 · Intermediate empathy The capacity to share another person’s feelings.

C1 · Advanced nonchalant Casually calm and relaxed; unconcerned.

Internet slang delulu Delusional — believing something against the odds.

Etymology nostalgia Greek nostos “return home” + algos “pain”.

C2 · Advanced serendipity Fortunate discoveries made entirely by accident.

Gen Z slang rizz Charm — the ability to attract a romantic interest.

B2 · Intermediate empathy The capacity to share another person’s feelings.

C1 · Advanced nonchalant Casually calm and relaxed; unconcerned.

Internet slang delulu Delusional — believing something against the odds.

Etymology nostalgia Greek nostos “return home” + algos “pain”.

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Etymology

From Spanish encanto meaning charm or enchantment, from encantar to enchant, from Latin incantare to chant a spell over.

Origin: Spanish

Synonyms

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charm enchantment allure magic delight

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Rhymes for encanto

tanto santo canto Monsanto

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Frequently asked questions

What does encanto mean in English?

Charm, enchantment or delight. It covers both the abstract quality — the charm of a place — and a person who is a joy to be with, where English would say a darling or a sweetheart.

What is the difference between encanto and encantado?

Encanto is a noun meaning charm or enchantment. Encantado is an adjective meaning delighted or enchanted, and is the standard Spanish reply on being introduced to someone, equivalent to pleased to meet you.

Why is the Disney film called Encanto?

The title works on two levels: the family's house is literally enchanted, and encanto also carries the everyday sense of charm. It is a common Spanish word rather than an invented name.

What is the meaning of encanto?

"encanto" (noun) means the 2021 Walt Disney animated film set in Colombia, in which a family living in an enchanted house each receive a magical gift.

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