This is the 1420th most frequent Spanish word.
espíritu
"Espíritu" means "spirit" or "essence," referring to the non-physical part of a being or the character of something.
The word 'espíritu' is used here metaphorically to refer to the collective sense of cooperation and determination shared among a group of people.
El espíritu de equipo fue crucial para ganar el torneo.
The team spirit was crucial to win the tournament.
In this case, 'espíritu' refers to a supernatural entity, commonly understood as a ghost or spirit being.
El protagonista buscaba encontrar el espíritu que habitaba en aquella casa.
The protagonist sought to find the spirit that dwelled in that house.
Here, 'espíritu' refers to an attitude or mindset characterized by initiative and creativity.