mojo

• Sustantivo que denota una fuerza mágica, hechizo o encantamiento, a menudo asociado con influencia personal, carisma o habilidades sobrenaturales; también puede referirse a un talismán o a la suerte y al toque especial de alguien.

A noun referring to a magic power, charm, or spell, often associated with personal influence, charisma, or supernatural ability.

1. Magical power or charmB2informalamerican

   A powerful magical charm, spell, or supernatural ability, originally from African American folklore.

   Poder mágico o encanto

   • The shaman gave him a mojo to protect him from harm.
   • She believed her mojo could bring good luck and fortune.
   • He wore a small mojo bag around his neck for protection.

   Sinónimosamuletcharmfetishhoodoojujumagicsorceryspelltalismanwitchcraft

2. Personal charisma or influenceB1slang

   Unusual ability to attract or influence others; confidence and magnetism, often used in the phrase 'lose one's mojo'.

   Carisma personal

   • After losing the match, he felt he had lost his mojo.
   • The singer’s mojo was evident as the crowd cheered wildly.
   • She regained her mojo after a relaxing vacation.

   Sinónimosallureappealauracharismacharminfluencemagnetismmystiquepresence

3. A style of blues musicC1informal

   A term used in blues music to refer to a rhythm or style, made famous by songs like 'Got My Mojo Working'.

   Estilo de blues con ritmo hipnótico

   • The band played a classic mojo blues tune.
   • His guitar riff had that authentic mojo feel.
   • They called the song a mojo number because of its infectious beat.