Remotos (en. Remote)

/reˈmoto̞s/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishSpanish
adjective
That is found at a great distance.
The remote landscapes of Patagonia are stunning.
Los remotos paisajes de la Patagonia son impresionantes.
That is not present or is difficult to reach.
His memory was so remote that he could hardly recall it.
Su recuerdo era tan remoto que apenas podía recordarlo.
That is unlikely or happens rarely.
They had a remote chance of winning the contest.
Tuvieron una remota posibilidad de ganar el concurso.

Etymology

From Latin 'remotus', meaning 'distant'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

remote background
Referring to past events that are difficult to remember or bring to mind.
remotos antecedentes
in a remote place
Being in an area that is inaccessible or far away.
en un lugar remoto
remote times
Referring to ancient or distant eras in time.
tiempos remotos

Related Words

remotely
In a remote manner, at a distance or at a low level of probability.
remotamente
remotored
That has an engine and is capable of moving by itself.
remotorizado

Slang Meanings

Something that is very unlikely to happen.
When he told me he would win the lottery, I thought it was a remote idea.
Cuando me dijo que ganaría la lotería, pensé que era una idea remota.
Referring to someone who lives in a very distant place.
My friend moved to a remote town where cell phone reception is almost non-existent.
Mi amigo se mudó a un pueblo remoto donde la señal de celular casi no llega.