How to Say "sweep" in Spanish
The Spanish word for “sweep” is “vuelo” — B2 level.
English → SpanishB2
nounB2
figurative: wide range or extent
Examples
El águila tomó el vuelo y se perdió en el cielo azul.
The eagle took flight and disappeared into the blue sky.
El ensayo carecía de vuelo; era demasiado simple.
The essay lacked flair/originality; it was too simple.
Los científicos necesitan dar vuelo a su imaginación para resolver este problema.
Scientists need to let their imagination soar (take flight) to solve this problem.
Figurative Use
In its figurative sense, 'vuelo' is often paired with abstract nouns like 'imaginación' or 'creatividad' to mean 'scope' or 'freedom'.
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