Torbellino (en. Whirlwind)

/torbeˈlino/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishSpanish
noun
A whirlpool or whirlwind that occurs in the atmosphere or bodies of water.
The whirlwind lifted dry leaves from the ground.
El torbellino levantó hojas secas del suelo.
A state of confusion or disorder.
I lived in a whirlwind of emotions.
Vivía en un torbellino de emociones.
A phenomenon that drags or transports things around it.
The whirlwind dragged trash through the streets.
El torbellino arrastró basura por las calles.

Etymology

From the Spanish 'torbellino', which comes from the term 'torbe', meaning to spin.

Common Phrases and Expressions

whirlwind of ideas
Confusion or agitation of thoughts.
torbellino de ideas
to be in a whirlwind
To be in a very agitated or confused situation.
estar en un torbellino
to unleash a whirlwind
To cause a great uproar or confusion.
desatar un torbellino

Related Words

whirl
Circular or spiral movement of fluids.
remolino
torque
Force that causes the rotation of an object.
torque

Slang Meanings

Chaotic or complicated situation.
To be in a whirlwind of never-ending work.
Estar en un torbellino de trabajo que no termina.
Out-of-control party.
The party turned into a whirlwind of fun.
La fiesta se convirtió en un torbellino de diversión.