Derrumbe is a noun.
/d̪eˈrum̥βe/
Derrumbe refers to the falling or collapsing of a mass of earth or rock down a slope, often as a result of natural causes such as heavy rain, earthquakes, or human disturbances. It can also pertain to the failure of structures or buildings. The term is commonly used in both oral speech and written contexts, especially in news reports related to natural disasters or construction safety.
The term is frequently used in relation to both geographical phenomena and safety discussions, making it relevant in both informal and formal contexts.
El derrumbe en la carretera bloqueó el paso a varios vehículos.
(The landslide on the road blocked the passage of several vehicles.)
Los ingenieros están evaluando los daños causados por el derrumbe del edificio.
(The engineers are assessing the damage caused by the collapse of the building.)
Tras el fuerte aguacero, temían un derrumbe en la montaña cercana.
(After the heavy rain, they feared a landslide in the nearby mountain.)
Though "derrumbe" itself is not part of many idiomatic expressions, it can be conceptually linked to phrases that describe sudden failures or collapses.
La empresa estaba al borde del derrumbe debido a la mala gestión financiera.
(The company was on the verge of collapse due to poor financial management.)
Provocar un derrumbe emocional – to cause an emotional breakdown.
La noticia de su despido provocó un derrumbe emocional en ella.
(The news of her dismissal caused an emotional breakdown in her.)
Derrumbe de las expectativas – collapse of expectations.
The word derrumbe comes from the Spanish verb derrumbar, which means "to collapse" or "to tumble." This verb itself comes from the combination of the prefix "de-" (indicating removal or reversal) and "rumbar," which is derived from the Latin "ruminare," meaning to chew over or contemplate.
Synonyms - Deslizamiento - Colapso - Caída
Antonyms - Elevación (Elevation) - Sostenimiento (Support)
The term derrumbe distinctly refers to the act of falling or collapsing, making synonyms and antonyms contextually dependent but primarily tied to movement or stability concepts.