Estrepitoso (en. Loud)

/es.tɾe.piˈto.so/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishSpanish
adjective
Refers to something that makes noise in a scandalous manner.
The loud engine of the bus woke up all the neighbors.
El estrepitoso motor del autobús despertó a todos los vecinos.
Describes an action or event that occurs very noisily or tumultuously.
The fall of the tree was loud and alarmed everyone present.
La caída del árbol fue estrepitosa y alarmó a todos los presentes.
Indicates a greatness or intensity that draws attention due to its noise.
The loud success of his movie surprised many critics.
El estrepitoso éxito de su película sorprendió a muchos críticos.

Etymology

From Latin 'strepitosus', meaning 'noisy'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

to make a loud noise
To cause a lot of commotion or noise in a situation.
hacer un estrepitoso
loud failure
A failure that draws a lot of attention due to its magnitude or the noise generated.
estrepitoso fracaso
to be loud
To be in a state of great agitation or confusion.
estar estrepitoso

Related Words

uproar
Loud and confusing noises.
estruendo
rumor
Noise or news that spreads, often without basis.
rumor
drum
Loud noise, like that of a drum.
bombo

Slang Meanings

It is used to refer to something that is impressive or notable, often in an informal context.
The concert was loud; everyone was shocked.
El concierto fue estrepitoso, todo el mundo quedó impactado.
It can describe a person who makes a lot of noise when speaking or acting.
Don't be so loud; everyone can hear you.
No seas tan estrepitoso, todos te están escuchando.