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asombro means awe — a common term in Beautiful Spanish. Learn how it's used in a real-world example.

📅 Published: September 28, 2025

✨ Beautiful Spanish

asombro

noun • /[ah-SOM-broh]/

awe

Example:

Sentí un asombro profundo ante tanta belleza.

I felt deep awe before such beauty.

🧠 What does asombro mean?

Asombro is a beautiful Spanish word that captures the feeling of awe, wonder, and astonishment. It describes that profound sense of admiration and surprise you experience when witnessing something magnificent, breathtaking, or unexpected. It's a feeling of being completely captivated and impressed.

📚 Extra examples

  • Miró el Gran Cañón con asombro.
    He looked at the Grand Canyon with awe.
  • El mago nos dejó con asombro con sus trucos.
    The magician left us in awe with his tricks.
  • Me llenó de asombro la belleza de la aurora boreal.
    The beauty of the Northern Lights filled me with awe.
  • Su valentía causó asombro entre la gente.
    His bravery caused awe among the people.

💡 Did You Know?

The word 'asombro' comes from the verb 'asombrar', which means 'to amaze' or 'to astonish'.

🔁 Synonyms & opposites of "asombro"

Synonyms: admiración, sorpresa, estupefacción, maravilla
Opposites: indiferencia, desinterés, aburrimiento

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❓ FAQ

How do you say 'awe' in Spanish?
The Spanish word for 'awe' is 'asombro'.
How do you pronounce 'asombro' in Spanish?
It's pronounced ah-sohm-broh. The stress falls on the second syllable. Try breaking it down: a-SOM-bro.
How do you use 'asombro' in a sentence?
You can use it as a noun: 'Sentí un profundo asombro.' (I felt a profound awe.) Or with verbs like 'causar' (to cause), 'llenar de' (to fill with), 'mirar con' (to look with): 'Su talento causó asombro.' (His talent caused awe.)
What is the English translation of 'asombro'?
The most common English translation is 'awe'. Other suitable translations include wonder, astonishment, amazement, and marvel.
Does 'asombro' change for gender or number?
No, 'asombro' is a masculine noun and doesn't change for gender. For plural, you would say 'asombros', but this is less common and usually refers to multiple instances of awe.
Is 'asombro' common in everyday Spanish?
Yes, 'asombro' is a relatively common word used in both spoken and written Spanish. It’s a great way to express a strong feeling of admiration and surprise.
Does 'asombro' have slang or double meanings?
No, 'asombro' doesn't have any slang or double meanings. It's a straightforward word with a clear meaning related to awe and wonder.
Is 'asombro' used differently in Spain vs Latin America?
The meaning and usage of 'asombro' are generally the same across Spain and Latin America.

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