Divertir
Example: Nos divertimos mucho en la fiesta anoche con los amigos.
Definition
"Divertir" means to entertain or amuse someone, causing them to feel enjoyment or pleasure. It involves engaging in activities or situations that bring happiness and fun, as in the phrase: 'We had a lot of fun at the party last night with friends.'
Etymology
The word "divertir" comes from the Latin verb 'divertere,' which means 'to turn aside' or 'to distract.' Over time, it evolved to mean causing someone to shift their attention toward enjoyment or amusement. Did you know? The root is also related to the English word 'divert,' which shares this idea of turning attention away.
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"Divertir" appears in the Vocaplus list "Spanish - General - (B2) - set 2", containing 111 commonly used words.
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