Fenómenos (en. Phenomena)
/feˈnomenos/
Meaning & Definition
EnglishSpanish
noun
Facts that occur and are capable of being observed or measured.
Natural phenomena are the subject of study in science.
Los fenómenos naturales son objeto de estudio en la ciencia.
Manifestations of something that can be perceived.
Social phenomena can be complex and multifaceted.
Los fenómenos sociales pueden ser complejos y multifacéticos.
Extraordinary or unusual events.
Paranormal phenomena have always sparked human curiosity.
Los fenómenos paranormales siempre han despertado la curiosidad humana.
Etymology
It comes from the Greek 'phainomenon', which means 'that which is shown'.
Common Phrases and Expressions
natural phenomena
Events that occur in nature, such as earthquakes, storms, etc.
fenómenos naturales
social phenomenon
An event that occurs in a society and affects its members.
fenómeno social
mass phenomenon
An occurrence involving a large number of people.
fenómeno de masa
Related Words
phenomenology
Study of phenomena and how they are perceived.
fenomenología
optical phenomenon
A visual effect that results from the interaction between light and objects.
fenómeno óptico
Slang Meanings
Something surprising or impressive.
The concert was a phenomenon; everyone was impressed.
El concierto fue un fenómeno, todos quedaron impresionados.
A person who stands out in a specific field.
That boy is a phenomenon in mathematics.
Ese niño es un fenómeno en matemáticas.