Ocurrencias (en. Occurrences)
/okuɾˈenθjas/
Meaning & Definition
EnglishSpanish
noun
Ideas or thoughts that arise suddenly.
In the meeting, his occurrences surprised everyone.
En la reunión, sus ocurrencias sorprendieron a todos.
Facts or events that are unusual or unexpected.
The occurrences of the weather this year have been strange.
Las ocurrencias del clima este año han sido extrañas.
Proposals or suggestions that can be funny or unusual.
This week, he will have some occurrences for the party.
Esta semana, él tendrá algunas ocurrencias para la fiesta.
Etymology
From Latin 'occurrentia', which means 'what happens'.
Common Phrases and Expressions
funny occurrences
Funny ideas or jokes that arise spontaneously.
ocurrencias divertidas
I can't think of any ideas
Indicates a lack of inspiration or creativity at a given moment.
no se me ocurren ideas
starting from an occurrence
To initiate a project or discussion based on a sudden idea.
partir de una ocurrencia
Related Words
occur
To arise or manifest, in the context of ideas or events.
ocurrir
occurred
Fact that has happened or has been relevant.
ocurrido
clever
One who has the ability to make occurrences or be creative.
ocurrente
Slang Meanings
crazy occurrence
That was a crazy occurrence I didn't expect.
Esa fue una ocurrencia loca que no esperaba.
brilliant occurrence
Her brilliant occurrences always solve the problem.
Sus ocurrencias brillantes siempre resuelven el problema.