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spirit

[/ˈspɪrɪt/]
nounmasculinepl: spirits
espírito
1. The non-physical part of a person that is the seat of emotions and character; the soul
She has a free spirit.
Ela tem um espírito livre.
2. A ghost or phantom; a supernatural being
They claimed to see the spirit of the old mansion's former owner.
Eles afirmaram ver o espírito do antigo dono da mansão.
3. The prevailing mood or atmosphere of a place or time
The spirit of the 1960s was one of rebellion and change.
O espírito dos anos 1960 foi um de rebelião e mudança.
4. Vigor, energy, or liveliness
He approached the challenge with great spirit.
Ele abordou o desafio com grande entusiasmo.
5. A distilled alcoholic drink
Whiskey is a strong spirit.
Uísque é uma bebida espirituosa forte.
6. The fundamental character or essence of something
The spirit of the law is more important than its letter.
O espírito da lei é mais importante que sua letra.
NYC Slang
vibe (when referring to mood/atmosphere); ghost/boo (when referring to supernatural being)
Synonyms
soulghostphantomessenceenergyvigorcourage
Antonyms
bodymatterapathylethargy

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
espírito
Standard usage for all meanings
Brazil - informal
ânimo
Used for mood or energy sense
Portugal
espírito
Standard usage; bebida espirituosa for alcoholic beverages
Portugal - informal
assombração
Colloquial term for ghost or spirit

Related Idioms & Phrases

in the spirit of (no espírito de)
break someone's spirit (quebrar o espírito de alguém)
willing spirit (espírito disposto)
team spirit (espírito de equipe)
fighting spirit (espírito de luta)
kindred spirit (alma gêmea)
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