Trémula (en. Trembling)

/ˈtɾemula/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishSpanish
noun
Tremor or vibration in the body or in an object.
The tremulousness of her voice betrayed her nervousness.
La trémula de su voz delataba su nerviosismo.
State of unrest or anxiety.
Her heart was tremulous while waiting for the results.
Su corazón estaba en trémula al esperar los resultados.

Etymology

From the adjective 'tremulus', which means 'shaking'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

tremulous of a heart
Reference to palpitation or emotional unrest.
trémula de un corazón
tremulous of hands
Refers to the tremor that can cause nervousness.
trémula de manos

Related Words

tremor
Involuntary movement that causes vibration.
temblor
vibration
Oscillating movement of a body.
vibración

Slang Meanings

State of intense nervousness.
I was in total tremulousness before the interview.
Estaba en una trémula total antes de la entrevista.
Tremors due to cold or fear.
When I went out, I felt a tremulousness from the cold.
Al salir, sentí una trémula por el frío.