Movimiento (en. Motion)

/mo.vi.mjen.to/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishSpanish
noun
A set of actions performed to achieve a specific objective.
The environmental movement seeks to preserve the environment.
El movimiento ecologista busca preservar el medio ambiente.
Change of location of an object or a living being.
The movement of the waves is constant in the ocean.
El movimiento de las olas es constante en el océano.
Posture or activity of the muscles that cause displacement.
The movement of the arm is essential to throw the ball.
El movimiento del brazo es esencial para lanzar la pelota.

Etymology

From Latin 'movimentum', derived from the verb 'movere' which means to move.

Common Phrases and Expressions

to make a move
To perform a specific action or gesture.
hacer un movimiento
in motion
To be in an active or changing state.
en movimiento
power of movement
Ability to change location or situation.
poder de movimiento

Related Words

to move
To shift something from one place to another.
mover
movable
That can be moved.
movible
immobility
State of not moving.
inmovilidad

Slang Meanings

A situation in which something changes rapidly.
The party was in full swing because of the intense music.
La fiesta estaba en movimiento por la música intensa.
A change of plans or decisions.
Yesterday they made an unexpected move in the game.
Ayer hicieron un movimiento inesperado en el juego.