Húmeda (en. Wet)

/ˈume.ða/

Meaning & Definition

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adjective
Presenting or containing moisture.
The climate in this region is very humid.
El clima en esta región es muy húmedo.
Referring to the sensation of air laden with water vapor.
Today the air feels humid, which will cool the afternoon.
Hoy se siente un aire húmedo que enfriará la tarde.
Related to a place where there is a lot of water or that does not dry easily.
Wet soils are ideal for certain plants.
Los suelos húmedos son ideales para ciertas plantas.

Etymology

From Latin 'humĭdus', which means 'wet' or 'damp'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

wet soil
Soil that has enough water to allow for plant growth.
tierra húmeda
humid climate
Atmospheric conditions where air humidity is high.
clima húmedo
wet package
About something that is wet or has condensation.
paquete húmedo

Related Words

humidity
Amount of water present in the air or in a body.
humedad
to moisten
To subject something to moisture or to wet it.
humedecer
dampness
Condition of being humid.
humedez

Slang Meanings

It is used in some contexts to refer to a melancholic state of mind.
Today I'm in a humid state, I just want to stay at home.
Hoy estoy en un estado húmedo, solo quiero estar en casa.
In certain circles, it refers to a loaded or tense situation.
The meeting is very humid, everyone seems nervous.
La reunión está muy húmeda, todos parecen nerviosos.