"El mundo" is a noun phrase in Spanish. "El" is a definite article, and "mundo" is a masculine singular noun.
/ el ˈmundo /
In Spanish, "el mundo" primarily refers to the earth, the planet we live on, or the broader concept of society and life. It can also imply a certain environment, context, or group of people, such as "el mundo artístico" (the artistic world) or "el mundo empresarial" (the business world).
The phrase "el mundo" is commonly used in both oral speech and written contexts, making it a fundamental part of everyday Spanish. It is often employed in discussions about geography, society, philosophy, and more.
"The world is full of wonders."
"Viajar por el mundo es uno de mis sueños."
"Traveling around the world is one of my dreams."
"En el mundo actual, la tecnología juega un papel crucial."
The phrase "el mundo" is frequently found in idiomatic expressions that convey various meanings. Here are some examples:
"The world is a handkerchief." (Meaning: It's a small world; people are more connected than they think.)
"Dar vueltas al mundo."
"To go around the world." (Meaning: To travel extensively or to have many experiences.)
"Saber de memoria el mundo."
"To know the world by heart." (Meaning: To be very knowledgeable about global affairs or cultures.)
"Estar en el mundo de los muertos."
"To be in the world of the dead." (Meaning: To be very far gone or to be out of touch with reality.)
"El mundo no se hizo en un día."
"The world wasn’t built in a day." (Meaning: Important work takes time, be patient.)
"No hay mundo fuera de mí."
"There is no world outside of me." (Meaning: To be very self-centered or egocentric.)
"Hacer un mundo de un grano de arena."
The word "mundo" derives from the Latin "mundus," which means "world," "universe," or "heavenly body." It also has connotations of cleanliness and order in Latin.