Fenómeno (en. Phenomenon)
/feˈnó.me.no/
Meaning & Definition
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noun
Any occurrence or event that can be observed and is worthy of study.
The phenomenon of bioluminescence is fascinating.
El fenómeno de la bioluminiscencia es fascinante.
An extraordinary or strange fact.
The sighting of UFOs is considered a mysterious phenomenon.
El avistamiento de ovnis es considerado un fenómeno misterioso.
Any manifestation that occurs in nature.
Weather phenomena can be destructive.
Los fenómenos meteorológicos pueden ser destructivos.
Etymology
From the Greek 'phainomenon', meaning 'what is shown' or 'what is visible'.
Common Phrases and Expressions
social phenomenon
Any observable behavior within a society.
fenómeno social
natural phenomenon
A natural event that occurs in nature without human intervention.
fenómeno natural
optical phenomenon
A visual effect caused by the interaction of light with the environment.
fenómeno óptico
Related Words
phenomenal
That is extraordinary or exceptional.
fenomenal
phenomenology
Study of phenomena and their meaning.
fenomenología
Slang Meanings
Someone or something that stands out for its uniqueness.
That artist is a phenomenon in music.
Ese artista es un fenómeno en la música.
A person with exceptional skills.
He is a phenomenon in basketball.
Es un fenómeno del baloncesto.