mundos
“mundos” means “worlds” in Spanish. It has 2 different meanings depending on context:
worlds, universe(s)
Also: realms
📝 In Action
Hay millones de mundos en el espacio.
A1There are millions of worlds in space.
Los científicos buscan vida en otros mundos.
A2Scientists are looking for life on other worlds.
different spheres, separate realms
Also: social circles
📝 In Action
Ellos vienen de mundos completamente diferentes, pero se aman.
B1They come from completely different worlds (backgrounds), but they love each other.
El trabajo y la familia son dos mundos que a veces chocan.
B2Work and family are two spheres (or worlds) that sometimes clash.
Translate to Spanish
Words that translate to "mundos" in Spanish:
different spheres→realms→separate realms→social circles→worlds→✏️ Quick Practice
Quick Quiz: mundos
Question 1 of 1
Which sentence uses 'mundos' to describe contrasting lifestyles or environments?
📚 More Resources
👥 Word Family▼
🎵 Rhymes▼
📚 Etymology▼
Comes from the Latin word *mundus*, which originally meant 'universe' or 'world.' Interestingly, *mundus* also meant 'clean' or 'elegant' in Latin, though that meaning didn't directly survive in the Spanish word for 'world.'
First recorded: Before 1000 AD (as 'mundo')
Cognates (Related words)
💡 Master Spanish
Take your Spanish to the next level. Read 200+ illustrated and narrated Spanish stories tailored to your level with the Inklingo app!
Frequently Asked Questions
Why is 'mundos' masculine if it ends in 's'?
'Mundos' is the plural of 'mundo,' which is a masculine noun. In Spanish, the gender of a noun stays the same when it becomes plural. Since you say 'el mundo,' you must say 'los mundos'.
Can 'mundos' refer to a social group?
Yes, absolutely. When people say 'el mundo del arte' (the art world) or 'los mundos de la moda' (the worlds of fashion), they are referring to specific social or professional groups.