Viento (en. Wind)

/ˈbjjento/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishSpanish
noun
The movement of air in the atmosphere that can be gentle or strong.
The wind blows hard on the coast.
El viento sopla con fuerza en la costa.
Air current that can have different directions and speeds.
The wind changed direction during the storm.
El viento cambió de dirección durante la tormenta.
The meteorological phenomenon that can influence climate and landscape.
Wind is an important factor in wave formation.
El viento es un factor importante en la formación de olas.

Etymology

From Latin 'ventus', which also means air or breath.

Common Phrases and Expressions

wherever there is wind, there is movement
Indicates that in dynamic places, things always happen.
donde hay viento, hay movimiento
to make wind
Referring to the presence of air currents in a place.
hacer viento
smooth sailing
Expression that denotes that something is going very well or favorably.
viento en popa

Related Words

breeze
Gentle and pleasant air current.
brisa
storm
Weather condition with strong winds and rain.
tormenta
hurricane
Extremely strong and destructive wind.
huracán

Slang Meanings

To be in motion or activity.
She is always with the wind, she never stays still.
Ella siempre está con el viento, nunca se queda quieta.
Something that escapes quickly.
That gossip travels like the wind.
Ese chisme vuela como el viento.