gusto
word
Definition
Gusto means great enjoyment, energy, or enthusiasm when doing something. It's often used to describe someone doing a task with a lively spirit.
Usage & Nuances
'Gusto' is often used in the phrase 'with gusto.' It's more formal or literary than 'enthusiasm.' Don't confuse with 'gust' (a burst of wind). Common collocation: 'sing with gusto,' 'eat with gusto.'
Spanish: entusiasmo - placer (al hacer algo)Portuguese (BR): entusiasmo - prazer (ao fazer algo)Portuguese (PT): entusiasmo - prazer (ao fazer algo)Chinese (Simplified): 热情 - 兴致勃勃Chinese (Traditional): 熱情 - 興致勃勃Hindi: उत्साह - जोशArabic: حماس - متعة (في القيام بشيء)Bengali: উত্তেজনা - আনন্দে - উদ্যমRussian: энтузиазм - энергияJapanese: 情熱 - 熱意Vietnamese: nhiệt huyết - hào hứngKorean: 열정 - 활기Turkish: şevk - coşkuUrdu: جوش و خروش - ولولہIndonesian: semangat - antusiasme
Example Sentences
She sings every song with gusto.
basic
Let’s get this cleaning done with a bit of gusto!
natural
He ate his dinner with gusto.
basic
The children played outside with gusto.
basic
He tackled the new project with real gusto.
natural
Whenever she tells a story, she does it with so much gusto that everyone listens.
natural