Fragor (en. Roar)

/fɾaˈɣoɾ/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishSpanish

noun

Definition: Loud and thunderous sound, like that produced by a crash or an explosion.

Example Sentence: The roar of the storm could be heard miles away.

El fragor de la tormenta se escuchaba a kilómetros.

Definition: Intense noise that causes great disturbance.

Example Sentence: The din of war was unmistakable.

El fragor de la guerra era inconfundible.

Etymology/Origin: From Latin 'fragorem', meaning 'noise' or 'din'.

Common Phrase: to make a commotion

Meaning: To cause a great uproar or noise.

hacer fragor

Common Phrase: in the heat of the moment

Meaning: In the midst of an intense or noisy situation.

en pleno fragor

Common Phrase: din of battle

Meaning: The noise and tumult generated during a fight.

fragor de la batalla

Related Word: thunder

Description: Sudden and loud noise.

estruendo

Related Word: clamor

Description: Mass protest or cry.

clamor

Related Word: uproar

Description: A mix of voices and sounds that create confusion.

alboroto

Slang Meaning: A big scandal or uproar.

Slang Example: That party was total uproar; everyone was talking about it.

Esa fiesta fue un fragor total, todo el mundo hablaba de ella.

Slang Meaning: Confusion and commotion.

Slang Example: The din in the market was unbearable.

El fragor en el mercado era insoportable.