Ways to say it
| Spanish | IPA | Note |
|---|---|---|
| todos lados | /todos lados/ (from spelling rules) | |
| todo lugar | /todo luɡaɾ/ (from spelling rules) | |
| por todas partes | /poɾ todas paɾtes/ (from spelling rules) | |
| por doquiera | /poɾ doˈkjeɾa/ | |
| por doquier | /poɾ doˈkjeɾ/ | alternative form |
All these forms are used to express that something is occurring at all places. While todos lados and por todas partes are common, por todas partes can be used to emphasize a higher degree of ubiquity or to express annoyance.
What does it mean word for word?
The phrase todos lados literally translates to "all sides" or "all places".
Which one should you use?
Por todas partes means "throughout all parts" and is often more common in spoken Spanish than todo lugar when expressing that something is in all parts of a space. Por doquier is a poetic and less common alternative to the other forms.
Is there a formal and an informal way to say it?
En todo lugar is used for a more formal tone. In contrast, todos lados is considered informal. Por doquier is a literary or more formal way to express the concept compared to the informal todos lados.
How does it change in a sentence?
When using todos lados to mean "everywhere", it is common to precede it with the preposition en or por.
How do you pronounce it?
/todos lados/
Did you know?
- The poetic form por doquier contains a hidden piece of history in its construction, derived from an old way of saying 'wherever it may want'.
- While por doquier is rare in conversation, it is frequently used in Spanish hymnology and classical poetry to evoke a sense of divine omnipresence.
Examples in context
- Miré en todos lados.I looked everywhere.This sentence is useful for practicing the use of todos lados.Tatoeba #3095519 by marcelostockle, translation #2245953 by CK
- Buscamos por todos lados.We searched everywhere.Tatoeba #2595761 by hayastan, translation #2241442 by CK
- Veo flamencos por doquier.I see flamingos everywhere.This sentence is useful for practicing the use of por doquier.Tatoeba #7128686 by arh, translation #9525004 by DJ_Saidez
- La tecnología avanza rápidamente y está presente en todas partes.Technology is advancing rapidly and it is present everywhere.
- Los turistas están por todas partes en esta temporada del año.Tourists are everywhere during this time of year.
- La música clásica se puede disfrutar en todo lugar y en cualquier momento.Classical music can be enjoyed everywhere and at any time.
- La fiesta fue genial, había confeti por todos lados.The party was great, there was confetti everywhere.
- Los niños corren y juegan en todos lados durante las vacaciones.Children run and play everywhere during the holidays.
- La fragancia de las flores se expande por doquier en primavera.The fragrance of flowers spreads everywhere in spring.
- Sí, he estado en todas partes del mundo.Yes, I've been everywhere in the world.
- Lo sé, hay gente por todas partes.I know, there are people everywhere.
- ¡Fue increíble! Había globos por doquier.It was amazing! There were balloons everywhere.
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Example conversation
Daniel and María are looking for a missing set of keys.
- DanielNo encuentro las llaves en todos lados.I can't find the keys anywhere.
- María¿Ya buscaste en la cocina, Daniel?Did you already look in the kitchen, Daniel?
- DanielSí, busqué en todos lados y no están.Yes, I looked everywhere and they are not there.
- MaríaMira, están aquí sobre la mesa.Look, they are here on the table.
Sources
- Wiktionary, “everywhere” translations and entries por todas partes, por doquiera, por doquier, CC BY-SA 4.0, dump of 2026-09-26.
- IPA marked “from spelling rules” is derived from standard Spanish spelling, where Wiktionary gives none.
- Word origins: Wiktionary entries doquiera, lugar, por, por doquiera, por todas partes, todo, CC BY-SA 4.0.
- Example sentences: Tatoeba CC BY 2.0 FR.
