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    Subterráneo (en. Underground)

    /sub.te̞ˈra.nɛ.o/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishSpanish
    noun
    A place or space that is below ground level.
    The underground tunnel connects the two train stations.
    El túnel subterráneo conecta las dos estaciones de tren.
    Refers to the part of a context that is not visible or evident.
    The underground corruption network affected local politics.
    La red de corrupción subterránea afectó la política local.
    Relates to what occurs in clandestinity or secretly.
    The underground movement sought to overthrow the oppressive regime.
    El movimiento subterráneo buscaba derrocar al régimen opresor.

    Etymology

    From Latin 'subterraneus', composed of 'sub' (under) and 'terra' (earth).

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    underground network
    Hidden communication system.
    red subterránea
    underground activity
    Actions carried out in secret.
    actividad subterránea
    underground tunnel
    Passage underground for the transit of people or vehicles.
    túnel subterráneo

    Related Words

    subsoil
    Layer of soil situated beneath the surface.
    subsuelo
    underworld
    Refers to a hidden or secret world, often related to the clandestine.
    inframundo
    cavernous
    Relating to a cavern or the underground realm.
    cavernario

    Slang Meanings

    Applies to a person living in clandestinity.
    He's underground, no one knows where he hides.
    Es un subterráneo, nadie sabe dónde se esconde.
    Describes something done without the majority knowing.
    That concert was very underground, only a few found out.
    Ese concierto fue muy subterráneo, solo unos pocos se enteraron.