Enfrían

Enfrían is a Spanish verb meaning "they cool" or "they chill." It is the third-person plural present indicative form of the verb enfriar, which means to cool or to chill. This verb can be used in a variety of contexts, both literal and figurative.

Literally, enfrían describes the process of something becoming less warm. For example, "Los vasos se enfrían con el hielo" translates to "The glasses cool with the ice." It can refer to the cooling of liquids, objects, or even the ambient temperature. In meteorology, it might describe how temperatures drop during a cold front: "Las temperaturas enfrían rápidamente."

Figuratively, enfrían can describe a decrease in enthusiasm, affection, or intensity. For instance, if a relationship loses its warmth, one might say, "Sus sentimientos se enfrían" meaning "Their feelings are cooling." It can also describe a situation becoming less exciting or lively. For example, a party that loses its energy might be described as "las conversaciones se enfrían."

The verb enfrían is commonly used in everyday Spanish conversation and written text. Its conjugation follows the standard pattern for -ar verbs, making it relatively straightforward for Spanish learners to use. Understanding the context is key to correctly interpreting the meaning of enfrían, whether it refers to a physical cooling process or a metaphorical one.