Mundo (en. World)
[ˈmundɔ]
Meaning & Definition
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noun
The entire universe or a specific area within it.
In the world of science, discoveries are constant.
En el mundo de la ciencia, los descubrimientos son constantes.
Society or humanity as a whole.
The world is facing major environmental challenges.
El mundo está enfrentando grandes desafíos ambientales.
A sphere or field of activity.
He is making a career in the music world.
Está haciendo carrera en el mundo de la música.
The Earth inhabited by human beings.
The world is a diverse place with many cultures.
El mundo es un lugar diverso con muchas culturas.
Etymology
From Latin 'mundus', which means 'world, universe, earth'.
Common Phrases and Expressions
a new world
A different environment or situation with new opportunities.
un mundo nuevo
to travel around the world
Traveling around the planet.
dar la vuelta al mundo
the end of the world
A catastrophe or apocalyptic event.
el fin del mundo
perverted world
A society with corrupt or immoral values.
mundo pervertido
Related Words
worldly
Relating to or concerning the physical and material world.
mundano
global
Extending worldwide.
mundial
globalization
The process of integration and communication on a global level.
mundialización
Slang Meanings
It is used to refer to a group of people or a specific community.
That is the fashion world I want to enter.
Ese es el mundo de la moda en el que quiero entrar.
It can refer to a complicated or chaotic situation.
That project is a whole world, but I'm excited about it.
Ese proyecto es todo un mundo, pero me emociona.