Cast a spell Meaning in English
expression
التعريف
To use magic words or actions to make something magical happen. It can also refer to strongly influencing someone, as if by magic.
الاستخدام والفروق الدقيقة
Typically used with magic, fantasy stories, or as a metaphor for strong influence (e.g., 'Her words cast a spell on the audience'). The verb 'cast' is fixed in this expression; avoid 'make a spell'. More formal or literary, rarely used in everyday speech outside magic contexts.
جمل نموذجية
The witch cast a spell on the frog.
basic
He wants to cast a spell to make it rain.
basic
The wizard cast a spell to fix the broken window.
basic
Her singing seemed to cast a spell over everyone in the room.
natural
He tried to cast a spell, but nothing happened.
natural
The story is about a boy who learns to cast a spell by reading ancient books.
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