mitin
/ˈmitin/masculine
In Spanish, the English phrase 'rally' (meaning a public gathering for a cause) is translated as mitin. It is also spelled mitín.
Meaning: public gathering for a cause (noun)
Ways to say it
| Spanish | IPA | Note |
|---|---|---|
| mitin | /ˈmitin/ | masculine |
| mitín | /miˈtin/ | masculine, alternative form |
Mitin refers to a formal, public demonstration or rally. Concentración indicates a formal gathering of people for a specific purpose.
Which one should you use?
The word has two spelling variations: mitin and mitín. Both are masculine nouns and are used interchangeably as alternative spellings of one another.
Is it said differently in some regions?
In Argentina, Uruguay and Paraguay, the word movilización can be used instead of manifestación to refer to a public demonstration or rally.
Related words
How does it change in a sentence?
The plural form of mitin is mitines.
How do you pronounce it?
/ˈmitin/
Did you know?
- In Spanish, the word rally exists but refers exclusively to motorsport events, making it a 'false friend' when trying to describe a political gathering.
- Despite the similarity to the English word 'rally', the Spanish word mitin is actually a loanword derived from the English word 'meeting'.
- The term concentración is often used for silent rallies or vigils where the goal is to show a mass presence rather than to chant or march.
Examples in context
- El sindicato convocó una manifestación para protestar por los recortes salariales.The union called for a demonstration to protest against salary cuts.
- El gobierno ha llamado a una concentración nacional para tratar el tema de la educación.The government has convened a national rally to address the issue of education.
- La movilización en Buenos Aires fue masiva, exigiendo cambios en la política económica.The rally in Buenos Aires was massive, demanding changes in economic policy.
- El mitin fue muy emocionante.The rally was very exciting.
- Mañana habrá un mitin en la plaza.There will be a rally in the plaza tomorrow.
- Muchos políticos asistieron al mitin.Many politicians attended the rally.
Example conversation
Alejandro and Lucía are discussing their plans for the weekend.
- AlejandroLucía, ¿vas al mitin el sábado?Lucía, are you going to the rally on Saturday?
- LucíaSí, quiero apoyar la causa.Yes, I want to support the cause.
- AlejandroYo también iré con mi hermano.I will go with my brother too.
- LucíaPerfecto, nos vemos allí.Perfect, I'll see you there.
Sources
- Wiktionary, “rally” translations and entries mitin, mitín, CC BY-SA 4.0, dump of 2026-09-26.
- Word origins: Wiktionary entries mitin, mitín, CC BY-SA 4.0.
