Marche (en. March)

/maɾˈtʃe/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishSpanish
noun
Movement of a person or group by alternating feet.
The march during the walk was fast.
La marche durante la caminata fue rápida.
Displacement with a specific purpose.
The march toward the sea was perfect.
La marche hacia el mar fue inmejorable.

Etymology

From the verb 'marchar', which comes from the Latin 'mārcāre'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

at a steady pace
Expression that indicates moving with tranquility.
a paso de marche
back march
Action of going back or retracing one's steps.
marche atrás

Related Words

marchar
Verb that means to walk rhythmically.
marchar
marchita
Adjective that refers to something that has lost its freshness or vitality.
marchita

Slang Meanings

To be in motion, effective.
That plan is on track, everything is ready.
Ese plan marcha, todo está listo.
To be functioning correctly.
The computer is working well after the update.
La computadora marcha bien después de la actualización.