Encantar: to love, to really like
Pronunciation: ehn-kahn-TAHR (stress the capital letters)
Encantar means “to love, to really like” in English.
Quick answer
- Meaning: to love, to really like
- How to say it: ehn-kahn-TAHR
- Level: Elementary (A2)
What “encantar” means and how to use it
Encantar works like gustar but is stronger. “Me encanta el chocolate” means “I love chocolate.”
Useful forms of “encantar”
| Spanish | English |
|---|---|
| me encanta | I love it (one thing) |
| me encantan | I love them (more than one thing) |
| te encanta | you love it |
| le encanta | he, she, or you (formal) love it |
| nos encanta | we love it |
| me encantó | I loved it (past) |
Examples with audio
- Me encanta cocinar.I love to cook.
- ¿Te encantan las películas de terror?Do you love horror movies?
- A mi hijo le encanta el fútbol.My son loves soccer.
Usage tip
Use “encanta” for one thing or an infinitive and “encantan” for several things: me encanta la playa, me encantan los perros.
Frequently asked questions
How do you say “to love, to really like” in Spanish?
“to love, to really like” in Spanish is “encantar.” It is pronounced ehn-kahn-TAHR, with the stress on the syllable in capital letters.
How do you pronounce “encantar”?
Say ehn-kahn-TAHR. The syllable in capital letters gets the stress. Press the speaker button at the top of this page to hear it.
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