Tanta (en. So much)

/ˈtanta/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishSpanish
adjective
Indicates a considerable amount or degree.
I am not as lucky as you.
No tengo tanta suerte como tú.
Used to emphasize the amount in comparison to another.
I have spent so much energy on this project.
He gastado tanta energía en este proyecto.
Denotes a significant intensity or quality.
The situation is so complicated that we need help.
La situación es tanta complicada que necesitamos ayuda.

Etymology

Derives from Latin 'tantus', which means 'so big' or 'so much'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

so much sorrow
A great sadness or pain.
tanta pena
so many people
A crowd or large number of people.
tanta gente
so much madness
An extremely chaotic or crazy situation.
tanta locura

Related Words

tanto
The masculine form of 'tanta', which also indicates amount or degree.
tanto
tantas
Feminine plural of 'tanta'.
tantas

Slang Meanings

When referring to something exaggerated or extreme.
That party was so much!
¡Esa fiesta fue tanta!
It is used to emphasize a negative situation.
I can't believe there are so many people here.
No puedo creer que haya tanta gente aquí.