Revuelo (en. Stir)

/reˈβwelo/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishSpanish
noun
A commotion or disturbance caused by a group of people.
The uproar in the square attracted the attention of all the passersby.
El revuelo en la plaza atraía la atención de todos los transeúntes.
A disorder or confusion in a place.
The uproar in the waiting room was due to the doctor's late arrival.
El revuelo en la sala de espera se debió a la llegada tardía del médico.

Etymology

It derives from the verb 'revolar', which implies movement and agitation.

Common Phrases and Expressions

to create an uproar
To cause a great commotion or agitation.
hacer revuelo
to cause an uproar
To awaken the surprise or attention of people.
causar revuelo

Related Words

upheaval
The act of stirring or agitating something.
revuelvo
revolt
Occurred or an act of rebellion
revuelta
revolution
A radical change in a social or political structure.
revolución

Slang Meanings

To cause a scandal or commotion in a group.
That news caused a great uproar on social media.
Esa noticia causó un gran revuelo en las redes sociales.