Inmediaciones (en. Vicinity)

/inmeðja'θiones/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishSpanish
noun
Space or place that is situated right next to another.
The surroundings of the park are ideal for walking.
Las inmediaciones del parque son ideales para pasear.
Proximity to a specific place.
There are several cafes in the vicinity of the university.
En las inmediaciones de la universidad hay varias cafeterías.
Region close to a determined geographical point.
Several thefts have been reported in the vicinity of the shopping mall.
Se han reportado varios robos en las inmediaciones del centro comercial.

Etymology

Derives from the adjective immediate, which in turn comes from the Latin 'immediatus'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

in the surroundings
In the vicinity of a specific place.
en las inmediaciones
unsafe surroundings
Nearby areas considered dangerous.
inmediaciones inseguras
to search in the surroundings
To explore the surroundings to find something.
buscar en las inmediaciones

Related Words

immediate
That occurs immediately or without delay.
inmediato
mediation
Intervention in a conflict to facilitate agreements.
mediación
to mediate
To intercede in a matter between two parties.
mediar

Slang Meanings

In the area
I live in the vicinity, so I often see him in the area.
Vivo en las inmediaciones, así que lo veo a menudo en la zona.
Close to here
The store is nearby; you can walk there.
La tienda está en las inmediaciones, puedes llegar caminando.