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Translate Files Remolino (en. Whirlwind)
/re.mo.li.no/
Meaning & Definition
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noun
Rotational movement of a liquid or gas that can create a small vortex.
The whirlpool in the river swept away leaves and branches.
El remolino en el río arrastró hojas y ramas.
In a figurative sense, it refers to a chaotic or confusing situation.
The discussion turned into a whirlwind of conflicting opinions.
La discusión se convirtió en un remolino de opiniones encontradas.
Meteorological phenomenon characterized by spiral winds.
The whirlwind of wind lifted dust from the ground.
El remolino de viento levantó polvo del suelo.
Etymology
From the diminutive of 'remolinar', which comes from 'molino' in reference to the movement of the blades.
Common Phrases and Expressions
whirlwind of emotions
State of confusion or emotional turmoil.
remolino de emociones
to be in a whirlpool
To be in a chaotic or agitated situation.
estar en un remolino
to run like a whirlwind
To act in a hurried and disorganized manner.
correr como un remolino
Related Words
to whirl
To create a whirlpool, to spin or stir something quickly.
remolinar
tornado
Meteorological phenomenon more intense than a whirlwind, with destructive winds.
tornado
cyclone
Low-pressure system with winds swirling around a center.
ciclón
Slang Meanings
Confusion or loss of control in a social situation.
The party became a whirlwind of people and noise.
La fiesta se volvió un remolino de gente y ruido.
A place where many things happen at once, usually in a disorganized way.
My house is a whirlwind when all my friends come over.
Mi casa es un remolino cuando vienen todos los amigos.