Muchas (en. Many)

/ˈmutʃas/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishSpanish
adjective
It is used to point out a considerable amount of something.
There are many flowers in the garden.
Hay muchas flores en el jardín.
Expresses abundance or a large number in various contexts.
I have received many letters this week.
He recibido muchas cartas esta semana.
Used to indicate that something is greater than usual.
There are many reasons to study.
Existen muchas razones para estudiar.

Etymology

From Latin 'multus', which means 'much'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

thank you very much
Expression of gratitude that indicates intense thankfulness.
muchas gracias
many times
Indicates that something happens frequently.
muchas veces
many things
Refers to a large amount of objects or situations.
muchas cosas

Related Words

much
Indicates a large quantity, refers to a single element.
mucho
girl
Term that means girl or young woman.
muchacha
multiple
Composed of several elements.
múltiple

Slang Meanings

Exaggeration of troops or attendance
At the event, there were many more people than we expected.
En el evento había muchas más personas de las que esperábamos.
Great amount of fun
The party was many, everyone had a lot of fun.
La fiesta fue muchas, todos se divirtieron mucho.