Ruidos (en. Noises)
/ˈrwiðos/
Meaning & Definition
EnglishSpanish
noun
Undesired sounds that can cause annoyance.
The construction noises prevent me from concentrating.
Los ruidos de la construcción me impiden concentrarme.
Sounds of high intensity.
The traffic noises are very loud in this area.
Los ruidos del tráfico son muy altos en esta zona.
Various and disorderly sounds.
At the party, there were so many noises that I couldn't hear my friends.
En la fiesta había tantos ruidos que no podía escuchar a mis amigos.
Etymology
Derives from the Latin 'rugidus', which means wrinkled or rough, referring to sounds that are bothersome.
Common Phrases and Expressions
make noise
Producing sound, often in a bothersome way.
hacer ruido
white noise
A type of sound used to help with sleep, often characterized by constant and soft sounds.
ruido blanco
background noises
Sounds that occur in the background of a conversation or environment, which can distract or disturb.
ruidos de fondo
Related Words
sound
Auditory perception resulting from vibrations.
sonido
loud noise
Very loud and shrill noise.
estruendo
silence
Absence of noise.
silencio
commotion
Confused or disorderly noise.
barullo
Slang Meanings
Noise at a party.
The room was full of noises; they were partying all night!
El cuarto estaba lleno de ruidos, ¡estaban de fiesta toda la noche!
Annoyance caused by noise.
I can't work with so much noise; it stresses me out.
No puedo trabajar con tanto ruido, me estresa.