Ocho (en. Eight)
/ˈotʃo/
Meaning & Definition
EnglishSpanish
noun
Represents the number 8 in numbering.
I have eight apples in the bag.
Tengo ocho manzanas en la bolsa.
In the context of time, it refers to 8 o'clock.
The meeting is at eight in the morning.
La reunión es a las ocho de la mañana.
In some sports, it can indicate a team or group that plays with eight players.
The rowing team has eight members.
El equipo de remo tiene ocho miembros.
Etymology
From Latin 'octo', which also means eight.
Common Phrases and Expressions
to be in the eighth
To be in a state of joy or euphoria.
estar en la octava
to reach the eighth heaven
To be extremely happy.
llegar al octavo cielo
to be an eight
To be something that is easy or simple.
ser un ocho
Related Words
eighth
That is the number eight in a sequential or fractional order.
octavo
eighth
A group of eight verses in poetry.
octava
octagonal
That has eight angles and eight sides.
octogonal
Slang Meanings
Referring to someone who is slow to understand.
You're a little slow to get it.
Eres un poco ocho para captarlo.
Used to describe a person who is always late.
You always arrive like a latecomer.
Siempre llegas como un ocho.