Nell (en. Nell)

/nɛl/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishSpanish
noun
Colloquial expression used in some regions to attract attention.
Nell! Do you realize what is happening?
¡Nell! ¿Te das cuenta de lo que está pasando?
Word used in the field of entertainment to add emphasis.
The concert was incredible, nell!
El concierto fue increíble, ¡nell!

Etymology

The exact origin of the word is unknown, but it is associated with colloquial expressions in Spanish.

Common Phrases and Expressions

nell of joy
used to express sudden surprise or joy.
nell de alegría
nell, what a surprise
expression of surprise at an unexpected situation.
nell, que sorpresa

Related Words

call
to invoke someone to come closer.
llamar
surprise
feeling caused by an unexpected event.
sorpresa

Slang Meanings

Expression of amazement.
When I saw the gift, I could only say: nell!
Cuando vi el regalo, solo pude decir: ¡nell!
Way to catch someone's attention.
Nell, come here for a moment.
Nell, ven aquí un momento.