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    Acuden (en. They come)

    /aˈku.ðen/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishSpanish
    verb
    Arriving at a place in response to a call or need.
    When the emergency was declared, many citizens flock to the help center.
    Cuando se declaró la emergencia, muchos ciudadanos acuden al centro de ayuda.
    To show up or attend something.
    Students attend classes every day.
    Los estudiantes acuden a las clases todos los días.
    To head to a place seeking assistance or support.
    People go to the doctor when they feel unwell.
    Las personas acuden al médico cuando se sienten mal.

    Etymology

    From the verb 'acudir', derived from the Latin 'accudere', meaning 'to come or arrive at'.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    they flock together
    A large number of people arrive together at a place.
    acuden en masa
    they come to help
    They come to help or assist.
    acuden en ayuda
    they come to an appointment
    They attend a meeting or previously agreed commitment.
    acuden a cita

    Related Words

    acudimiento
    The action of going.
    acudimiento
    acudirse
    The act of going to someone or something.
    acudirse
    acudiente
    A person who comes to the aid or assistance of another.
    acudiente

    Slang Meanings

    To go quickly to a place.
    When the alarm goes off, everyone rushes like crazy.
    Cuando suena la alarma, todos acuden como locos.
    To gather for a social event.
    At the party, everyone shows up ready to have fun.
    En la fiesta, todos acuden con ganas de divertirse.