Suceso (en. Event)

/suˈceso/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishSpanish
noun
Fact that happens or occurs.
The event of the accident was news in all the media.
El suceso del accidente fue noticia en todos los medios.
An event that causes interest or impact.
The event in the city left everyone surprised.
El suceso en la ciudad dejó a todos sorprendidos.
An event that develops or takes place.
The sporting event attracted thousands of spectators.
El suceso deportivo atrajo a miles de espectadores.

Etymology

From the Latin 'successus', which means 'result' or 'occurrence'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

Unexpected event
An occurrence that happens without being foreseen.
suceso inesperado
Notable event
An event that stands out due to its uniqueness or importance.
suceso notable
Tragic event
An occurrence that causes pain or suffering.
suceso trágico

Related Words

Happen
To occur or to happen.
acontecer
Occurrence
Fact that occurs casually.
ocurrencia
Event
Planned or important event.
evento

Slang Meanings

Incredible thing that happened.
The other day there was an event that you won't believe.
El otro día hubo un suceso que no puedes creer.
An event that attracts a lot of attention.
That party was an event, everyone talked about it.
Esa fiesta fue un suceso, todos hablaron de ella.