Movimientos (en. Movements)

mo.βi.mjen.tos

Meaning & Definition

EnglishSpanish
noun
Actions or processes involving a change of place, position, or state.
The movements of the waves are fascinating.
Los movimientos de las olas son fascinantes.
Agitations or displacements of a body in space.
The camera movements create a dynamic effect in the film.
Los movimientos de la cámara crean un efecto dinámico en la película.
Organized actions with a political or social purpose.
Social movements seek to change cultural norms.
Los movimientos sociales buscan cambiar normas culturales.

Etymology

From Latin 'movementum', meaning 'the act of moving'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

social movements
Organized actions seeking social or political change.
movimientos sociales
body movements
Physical acts involving the displacement of body parts.
movimientos del cuerpo
perpetual motion
A theoretical concept of a system that can operate indefinitely without additional energy supply.
movimiento perpetuo

Related Words

to move
Action of changing the position of something.
mover
movable
That can move or be transferred.
movible
movement
Action of moving or displacing.
movimiento

Slang Meanings

A dance style that involves fast and energetic movements.
The 'movement' of salsa is very fun.
El 'movimiento' de la salsa es muy divertido.
Changes in the situation or social environment.
There is now a 'movement' towards sustainability in the city.
Ahora hay un 'movimiento' hacia la sostenibilidad en la ciudad.