inspirar /ˌinspiɾˈaɾ/ · verb · CEFR B2. Spanish translation of "inspire".

See also: Vocabulary entry (Spanish) · Topic: Spanish Control e Influencia

Source term
inspire
Translation
inspirar
CEFR Level
B2
Part of speech
verb
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Dictionary form inspirar
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Pattern
Subject + helper/modal + inspirar
Examples
A menudo necesitamos inspirar.
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Topic context

This word appears in the Spanish Control e Influencia.

Example Sentences

Las personas que inspiran a otros a menudo crean cambios y han estado alentando el progreso.

English: People who inspire others often create change and have been encouraging progress.

B2 · Control and Influence

Su valentía inspiró a miles de jóvenes en todo el mundo.

English: Her courage inspired thousands of young women around the world.

B2 · Control and Influence

El hermoso paisaje lo inspiró a empezar a escribir poesía.

English: The beautiful landscape inspired him to start writing poetry.

B2 · Control and Influence

Los buenos profesores inspiran a los estudiantes a pensar más allá del libro de texto.

English: Great teachers inspire students to think beyond the textbook.

B2 · Control and Influence

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