Translation of Spanish word "terremoto" to English
terremoto
/te.re.mo.to/
Meaning
NounA sudden, violent shaking of the ground caused by movements within the earth's crust.
How to use
Terremoto ('earthquake') is masculine. It is a noun, not a verb. Epicentro del terremoto — Epicenter of the earthquake.
🇬🇧 English
earthquake
Example
El terremoto fue muy fuerte.
The earthquake was very strong.
El terremoto causó muchos daños.
The earthquake caused many damages.
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- terremoto de gran magnitud— earthquake of high magnitude
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What does the Spanish word "terremoto" mean?▼
The Spanish word "terremoto" means "earthquake" in English.
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Yes, here is a practical example: "El terremoto fue muy fuerte." (which translates as "The earthquake was very strong.").
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