Brumas (en. Mist)

/ˈbɾumas/

Meaning & Definition

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noun
Clouds or fogs that limit visibility.
The morning mists made it difficult to see the road.
Las brumas de la mañana hacían difícil ver la carretera.
An atmosphere of confusion or uncertainty.
In the midst of the mists of the past, I could not find clarity.
En medio de las brumas del pasado, no podía encontrar claridad.
Situations or circumstances that hinder understanding.
The political mists of the time complicated the truth.
Las brumas políticas de la época complicaban la verdad.

Etymology

From Latin 'bruma', meaning 'snow' or 'cold'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

fogs of war
Confusion or disorientation during a conflict.
brumas de guerra
to live among the mists
To be in a state of uncertainty or confusion.
vivir entre brumas

Related Words

confusing
That is not clear or understood.
confuso
misty
That has or produces mists.
brumoso
foggy
Covered with fog or mist.
neblinoso

Slang Meanings

Mental confusion
When they explained that to me, it left me in mists.
Cuando me explicaron eso, me dejó en brumas.
Difficulty in making decisions
I am in mists about which path to take in life.
Estoy en brumas sobre qué camino tomar en la vida.