Download
Translate Files
search close
    https://lingvanex.com/translate/ Translate Text https://app.lingvanex.com/ Translate Files

    Jaleo (en. Commotion)

    /xaˈleo/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishSpanish
    noun
    Disturbance or disorder caused by a group of people.
    The noise at the concert was impressive.
    El jaleo en el concierto fue impresionante.
    Fury or agitation provoked by a situation.
    The commotion at the demonstration attracted media attention.
    El jaleo en la manifestación atrajo la atención de los medios.
    verb
    To make noise or uproar.
    The young people cheered during the match.
    Los jóvenes jaleaban durante el partido.
    To spread enthusiasm or fun.
    At the party, everyone started making noise.
    En la fiesta, todos empezaron a jaleo.

    Etymology

    From Hispanic Arabic 'jaleo', which comes from Classical Arabic 'halāʾ'.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    make noise
    To cause noise or disorder.
    hacer jaleo
    create noise
    To provoke uproar or commotion.
    crear jaleo
    have a commotion
    To be in a chaotic or disordered situation.
    tener jaleo

    Related Words

    uproar
    Loud noise or agitation.
    alboroto
    tumult
    Confusion or disorder caused by a crowd.
    tumulto
    disorder
    Lack of order.
    desorden

    Slang Meanings

    Big party or lively event.
    The wedding was an incredible ruckus.
    La boda fue un jaleo increíble.
    Confusion or disorganization in a group.
    That group has a lot of chaos in its organization.
    Ese grupo tiene mucho jaleo en su organización.