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alegre

English translation of alegre

merry

The Spanish term for 'merry' is 'alegre'. It is often used in similar contexts to English, to describe things that are cheerful, bright or lively. For instance, when wishing someone a 'Merry Christmas' in Spanish, you would say 'Feliz Navidad'. The term can also describe a person's mood, as in being in a merry or happy mood, which would translate to 'estar alegre'.


Example sentences using: alegre

El día está muy alegre.

English translation of El día está muy alegre.

The day is very cheerful.

This phrase is used to describe a day that is full of joy, vibrancy, and positive energy.

Ella tiene una sonrisa alegre.

English translation of Ella tiene una sonrisa alegre.

She has a cheerful smile.

This phrase is used to describe a person who has a happy and bright smile.

Qué alegre está esa flor.

English translation of Qué alegre está esa flor.

How cheerful that flower is.

This phrase is used to describe a flower that is bright and vivid, suggesting joy and cheerfulness.

La fiesta fue muy alegre.

English translation of La fiesta fue muy alegre.

The party was very cheerful.

This phrase describes a party that was full of joy and happiness.

Mi madre siempre es alegre.

English translation of Mi madre siempre es alegre.

My mother is always cheerful.

This phrase is used to describe a person, in this case a mother, who is always in a good mood, happy, and joyful.

Esta canción tiene un tono alegre.

English translation of Esta canción tiene un tono alegre.

This song has a cheerful tone.

This phrase is used to describe a song that is joyful, lively, and uplifting.

El alegre niño jugaba en el parque.

English translation of El alegre niño jugaba en el parque.

The cheerful boy was playing in the park.

This phrase describes a boy who is happy and joyous while playing in the park.

English translation of Su alegre personalidad lo hace muy popular.

His cheerful personality makes him very popular.

This phrase explains how a person's cheerful and positive personality can make them well-liked or popular among others.

Nunca había visto una boda tan alegre.

English translation of Nunca había visto una boda tan alegre.

I have never seen such a cheerful wedding.

This phrase is used to describe a wedding full of happiness, pleasure, and good spirits.

A pesar de los obstáculos, él sigue siendo alegre.

English translation of A pesar de los obstáculos, él sigue siendo alegre.

Despite the obstacles, he remains cheerful.

This phrase highlights the ability of a person to maintain a cheerful attitude and positive outlook even when facing difficulties or challenges.

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