Pop (en. Pop)

/pɔp/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishSpanish
noun
A brief, sharp sound, similar to a burst.
The pop of the bubble bursting resonated in the room.
El pop de la burbuja al reventar resonó en la habitación.
A popular music style characterized by catchy melodies.
She listens to pop music in her free time.
Ella escucha música pop en su tiempo libre.
verb
To make a sharp sound, like a burst.
The balloon popped when it was pricked with a pin.
El globo se popó cuando lo pincharon con un alfiler.

Etymology

From the English 'pop', which imitates the sound of an explosion.

Common Phrases and Expressions

pop culture
Popular culture that includes music, film, and current trends.
pop culture
pop quiz
A quick and brief test on a specific topic.
pop quiz
pop music
A genre of popular music that is accessible to the public.
pop music

Related Words

popping
The act of bursting or making a popping sound.
popping
popcorn
Corn kernels that burst when heated.
popcorn
pop star
A famous singer who has a large following.
pop star

Slang Meanings

To do something quickly and surprisingly.
She arrived at the party and pop, everyone looked at her.
Ella llegó a la fiesta y pop, todos la miraron.
To succeed unexpectedly.
That new video popped and went viral.
Ese nuevo video popó y se volvió viral.