gusto

[ˈɡʌstəʊ]

gusto Definition

enthusiastic and vigorous enjoyment or appreciation.

Using gusto: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "gusto" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

  • Example

    He ate his meal with gusto.

  • Example

    She sang the song with great gusto.

  • Example

    The team played with gusto and won the game.

  • Example

    He approached his work with gusto.

gusto Synonyms and Antonyms

Antonyms for gusto

Idioms Using gusto

  • to one's heart's content

    as much as one wants or desires

    Example

    He ate ice cream to his heart's content, enjoying every bite with gusto.

  • to handle a difficult situation calmly and without getting upset

    Example

    Despite the setback, she took it in stride and continued with gusto.

  • to be in one's element

    to be doing something that one is very good at and enjoys

    Example

    He was in his element on stage, performing with gusto and captivating the audience.

Phrases with gusto

  • with enthusiasm and energy

    Example

    She tackled the project with gusto and completed it ahead of schedule.

  • a Tagalog phrase meaning 'my pleasure' or 'I like it'

    Example

    A: Salamat sa tulong mo. (Thank you for your help.) B: Gusto ko. (My pleasure.)

  • a Tagalog phrase meaning 'I want to' or 'I would like to'

    Example

    Gusto kong kumain ng masarap na pagkain. (I want to eat delicious food.)

Origins of gusto

from Italian 'gusto', meaning 'taste'

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Summary: gusto in Brief

'Gusto' [ˈɡʌstəʊ] refers to enthusiastic and vigorous enjoyment or appreciation. It can be used to describe someone's approach to work or play, as in 'He approached his work with gusto,' or to describe how someone does something, as in 'She sang the song with great gusto.' 'Gusto' can also be used in phrases like 'with gusto,' and idioms like 'to take something in stride,' meaning to handle a difficult situation calmly.