Enamored of Meaning in English
expression
ɛˈnæmɝd/ /ˈəv
ih-NAM-erd uv
ɪˈnæməɹd/ /ˈɒv
ih-NAM-uhd ov
Definition
To be filled with a strong feeling of love or admiration for someone or something.
Usage & Nuances
Used in more formal, literary, or slightly old-fashioned contexts. Usually followed by 'of' (American English) or 'with' (British English). Often expresses deep admiration, not just romantic love. Commonly used for people, ideas, or things, e.g., 'enamored of the city.'
Spanish: estar enamorado de - encantado conPortuguese (BR): apaixonado por - encantado comPortuguese (PT): apaixonado por - encantado comChinese (Simplified): 迷恋于 - 钟情于Chinese (Traditional): 迷戀於 - 鍾情於Hindi: की ओर आसक्त - दीवानाArabic: مغرم بـ - مفتون بـBengali: প্রেমে পড়া - গভীরভাবে মুগ্ধ হওয়াRussian: влюблён в - очарован (чем-либо)Japanese: 夢中になる - 心惹かれるVietnamese: mê mẩn - say mê - yêu thíchKorean: 매혹되다 - 반하다Turkish: hayran olmak - büyülenmekUrdu: دلباختہ ہونا - بہت متاثر ہوناIndonesian: say mê - bị cuốn hút
Example Sentences
She is enamored of classical music.
basic
Many tourists become enamored of the city's beauty.
basic
He quickly became enamored of his new job.
basic
They were so enamored of each other that they barely noticed anyone else at the party.
natural
I'm completely enamored of this book—haven't put it down all week.
natural
He’s not as enamored of football as his friends are.
natural