multitudes
/multitudes/from spelling rules
The English phrase "crowds" can be translated into Spanish as multitudes.
The term refers to large groups of people gathered together in one place. La multitud is a common formal term used to describe crowds in any Spanish-speaking country.
How do you pronounce it?
/multitudes/
Did you know?
- In many Spanish-speaking countries, the expression está a tope is used to describe a place that is so crowded it has reached its absolute limit.
- If a crowd is causing a physical blockage in a narrow street, a Spaniard might use the word atasco, which is more commonly used for a traffic jam.
- The word masa can be used to describe a crowd, but it carries a heavy political connotation often implying a 'mass' of people acting with a single, sometimes volatile, will.
Examples in context
- La multitud se reunió para presenciar el discurso del presidenteThe crowd gathered to witness the president's speech
- El gentío abarrotó las calles durante el desfileThe crowd filled the streets during the parade
- Había una muchedumbre enorme en el concierto de rockThere was a huge crowd at the rock concert
- La peña volvía loca al cantante con su entusiasmoThe crowd drove the singer crazy with their enthusiasm
- Las multitudes llenaban la calle principal.Crowds filled the main street.
- No me gustan las multitudes en el centro.I don't like crowds downtown.
- Las multitudes esperaban frente al estadio.Crowds were waiting in front of the stadium.
Example conversation
Alejandro and Sofía are walking through a busy city square.
- AlejandroMira cuántas multitudes hay aquí hoy.Look at how many crowds are here today.
- SofíaSí, es muy difícil caminar.Yes, it is very difficult to walk.
- AlejandroPrefiero evitar las multitudes los sábados.I prefer to avoid crowds on Saturdays.
- SofíaYo también, busquemos otro camino.Me too, let's find another way.
Sources
- IPA marked “from spelling rules” is derived from standard Spanish spelling, where Wiktionary gives none.
