Rodea (en. Surrounds)

/roˈðea/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishSpanish
verb
To encircle something or someone.
The river surrounds the city.
El río rodea la ciudad.
To be around something.
The jungle surrounds the cabin.
La selva rodea la cabaña.
To influence in a way that affects what is inside.
Problems surround his daily life.
Los problemas rodean su vida diaria.

Etymology

From the verb 'rodear', which comes from the Latin 'rodĕare'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

surrounded by problems
Affected by multiple difficulties.
rodea de problemas
surrounds his environment
To influence the circumstances surrounding someone.
rodea su entorno

Related Words

rodear
Act of encircling something or someone.
rodear
rodeo
Maneuver to dodge or surround.
rodeo

Slang Meanings

To be in trouble or difficulties.
He is surrounded by debts.
Está rodeado de deudas.
To be in a place with many people.
The party was surrounded by friends.
La fiesta estaba rodeada de amigos.