Suenen (en. Sound)

[swe-nen]

Meaning & Definition

EnglishSpanish
verb
Refers to the sound produced by objects or living beings.
I hope the bells ring at the wedding.
Espero que suenen las campanas en la boda.
Indicates that something is heard or resonates in the environment.
I want your words to resonate in my heart.
Quiero que suenen tus palabras en mi corazón.
Used to express wishes or possibilities related to sound.
I hope the melodies we love so much sound.
Ojalá suenen las melodías que tanto amamos.

Etymology

From Latin 'sonare', which means to emit sound.

Common Phrases and Expressions

let the drums sound
Expresses anticipation or the arrival of something important.
suenen los tambores
let the alarms sound
Indicates a signal of alert or concern.
que suenen las alarmas
let the laughter sound
Refers to laughter being heard, usually in a joyful context.
suenen las risas

Related Words

sound
Perceived by the sense of hearing.
sonido
echo
Reflection of a sound that repeats.
eco
melody
Sequence of pleasant sounds.
melodía

Slang Meanings

To express that something has become popular or well-known.
That song is sounding everywhere.
Esa canción está sonando en todas partes.
To refer to a rumor or gossip that spreads.
They say rumors are circulating about their relationship.
Dicen que suenan rumores sobre su relación.