Numerosos (en. Numerous)

/nu.me.ˈɾo.sos/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishSpanish
adjective
That is abundant in quantity.
During the summer, there are numerous tourists in the city.
Durante el verano, hay numerosos turistas en la ciudad.
That appears in large numbers.
The problems are numerous and require attention.
Los problemas son numerosos y requieren atención.
It refers to a great variety of things or people.
There are numerous styles of music to enjoy.
Hay numerosos estilos de música que disfrutar.

Etymology

From Latin 'numerosus', meaning 'numerous, abundant'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

numerous reasons
various reasons or justifications.
numerosos motivos
numerous friends
many friends.
numerosos amigos
numerous examples
several instances or cases that illustrate something.
numerosos ejemplos

Related Words

numbering
Process of counting or enumerating.
numeración
number
Mathematical concept that represents a quantity.
número
numerologist
Person who is in charge of counting or enumerating.
numerista

Slang Meanings

In abundance.
I have numerous problems at work.
Tengo numerosos problemas en el trabajo.
Many, in a colloquial context.
There are numerous points to discuss in the meeting.
Hay numerosos puntos a tratar en la reunión.