Mucho (en. A lot)

/ˈmut͡ʃo/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishSpanish
adjective
Indicates a large amount or number.
I have a lot of work to do.
Tengo mucho trabajo por hacer.
It receives an intensifying meaning for adjectives or adverbs.
It's very nice, but his dog is much nicer.
Es muy bonito, pero su perro es mucho más.
adverb
It is used to indicate the degree to which an action is performed.
She runs a lot.
Ella corre mucho.
It is used to emphasize in comparisons.
She studies much more than before.
Estudia mucho más que antes.

Etymology

From Latin 'multum', meaning 'much' or 'many'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

nice to meet you
Expression of pleasure when meeting someone.
mucho gusto
be very careful
Recommendation to pay attention and caution.
ten mucho cuidado
make a lot of noise
To produce a loud or annoying sound.
hacer mucho ruido

Related Words

much (feminine)
Feminine form of much, indicating a large quantity.
mucha
many (masculine plural)
Masculine plural form of much, indicating a large number.
muchos
girl
Term referring to a young woman.
muchacha

Slang Meanings

Used to refer to something that is excellent.
That party was a lot of fun.
Esa fiesta estuvo mucho de ten.
Indicates a great attraction or liking.
I really like this song.
Me gusta mucho esta canción.