Derrama (en. Spills)

/deˈrama/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishSpanish
noun
Expulsion or pouring out of a liquid.
There was a spill of oil on the road that caused an accident.
Hubo una derrama de aceite en el camino que causó un accidente.
Distribution of resources, such as money in a community.
The distribution of funds was intended to improve the infrastructure.
La derrama de fondos fue destinada para mejorar la infraestructura.
Amount that is spilled or poured.
The spill of water from the bucket was considerable.
La derrama de agua del cubo fue considerable.

Etymology

Derives from the verb 'spill', which comes from the Latin 'derramare'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

money spill
Distribution of capital or funds among several beneficiaries.
derrama de dinero
to make a spill
To carry out a collection or distribution of something.
hacer una derrama

Related Words

spill
To pour a liquid.
derramar
mix
Combination of several ingredients or substances.
mezcla
fluid
Any substance that flows, such as liquids or gases.
fluido

Slang Meanings

Spill at parties or celebrations.
That night there was a great spill of drinks at the party.
Esa noche hubo una gran derrama de bebidas en la fiesta.
Spill of emotions.
She was about to have a spill of tears when remembering her past.
Estuvo a punto de hacer una derrama de lágrimas al recordar su pasado.