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"Sound like" is a transitive verb phrase which is often translated as "parecer que", and "feel like" is a transitive verb phrase which is often translated as "tener ganas de". Learn more about the difference between "sound like" and "feel like" below.
sound like()
A transitive verb phrase is a phrase that combines a verb with a preposition or other particle and requires a direct object (e.g., take out the trash.).
a. parecer que
That sounds like a good idea, but I don't think the public is ready for that.Parece que es una buena idea, pero no creo que el público esté listo para eso.
b. sonar a que
It sounded like she was joking, but she was actually serious.Sonaba a que estuviera bromeando, pero en realidad estaba seria.
a. sonar como
I heard something that sounded like screaming coming from outside.Oí algo que sonaba como gritos que venían de afuera.
feel like()
A transitive verb phrase is a phrase that combines a verb with a preposition or other particle and requires a direct object (e.g., take out the trash.).
1. (to want to)
b. antojarse (Latin America)
Regionalism used in Latin America: all the countries in South America, Central America, and the Caribbean. Does not include Spain.
¿Se te antoja comer algún postre? - No. Estoy lleno.Do you feel like having dessert? - No. I'm full.
a. sentir como
I have a terrible headache. I feel like it's in a vice.Tengo un terrible dolor de cabeza. Siento como si estuviera en un torno de banco.
