tener chispa

1.
SpainLatin Americaneutralliteral
- Literal: to produce a physical spark or to emit sparks as a result of friction, impact, or electrical discharge.
2.
SpainLatin Americainformal
- Figurative (personal qualities): to possess wit, vivacity, charm, or an energetic and engaging personality.
3.
SpainLatin Americainformal
- Figurative (interpersonal): to have immediate attraction or chemistry with another person.

Examples:

ES: Tiene que tener chispa.
EN: She's got to have pizzazz.
ES: Podrías tener chispa, pero te alta todo.
EN: You might have lightning, but you missing everything else.
ES: Algo de metal por ahí, va a tener chispa.
EN: Throw some metal over that, it's gonna be sparkling.
ES: Uno debe tener chispa en su sonrisa. Si puede ser prestado entonces préstale a alguien las preocupaciones.
EN: One should have spa_ in their smiles lfcan be borrowed then borrow someone's worries
EN: One should have spa_ in their smiles lfcan be borrowed then borrow someone's worries
ES: Sé que dijiste que es complicado, pero Dan y tú parecen tener chispa.
EN: I know you said things were complicated, but you and Dan really seem to click.
ES: Puedo tener chispa, linda, pero tu brillas.
EN: I may sparkle, honey, but you shine.