Rodeados (en. Surrounded)
/roˈðe.a.ðos/
Meaning & Definition
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adjective
To be completely encircled by something.
The soldiers were surrounded by the enemy.
Los soldados estaban rodeados por el enemigo.
To be in an environment that includes many similar elements.
At the party, they were surrounded by friends.
En la fiesta, estaban rodeados de amigos.
To feel overwhelmed by situations or emotions.
She feels surrounded by responsibilities.
Ella se siente rodeada de responsabilidades.
Etymology
It comes from the form of the verb 'rodear', which means to surround or enclose around.
Common Phrases and Expressions
surrounded by love
To be surrounded by affection and care.
rodeados de amor
surrounded by enemies
To be in a hostile situation where there are adversaries.
rodeados de enemigos
surrounded by nature
To be in a natural environment, such as in a forest or mountain.
rodeados de naturaleza
Related Words
to surround
Verb that means to encircle something.
rodear
to enclose
To establish a perimeter around a place.
cercar
to wrap
To cover or surround something with a layer or material.
envolver
Slang Meanings
To be in trouble
I am surrounded by debts.
Estoy rodeado de deudas.
To be popular among a group
He is always surrounded by fans.
Siempre está rodeado de fans.