Noun
/hwiˈða/
"Huida" refers to the act of escaping or fleeing from a situation, often implying a hurried or desperate departure. In Spanish, it is commonly used in both legal contexts (such as fleeing from justice) and in general contexts (like someone escaping from danger). The word is relatively frequent in both oral and written speech but may be more commonly encountered in written contexts, especially in articles or literature discussing crime, danger, or exodus.
La huida del prisionero fue rápida y silenciosa.
The prisoner's escape was quick and silent.
Durante la huida, perdieron la dirección y se desorientaron.
During the getaway, they lost their direction and became disoriented.
La huida del peligro es instintiva en muchas especies.
The flight from danger is instinctive in many species.
"Huida" is not commonly used in a wide variety of idiomatic expressions but can be found in phrases that articulate the concept of escape or fleeing.
Tomar la huida cuando las cosas se ponen difíciles es una reacción humana.
Taking flight when things get tough is a human reaction.
En una huida hacia adelante, a veces se pierden las oportunidades más valiosas.
In a flight forward, sometimes the most valuable opportunities are lost.
La huida no siempre es la solución; a veces es mejor enfrentar los problemas.
Escape is not always the solution; sometimes it's better to face the problems.
The word "huida" comes from the verb "huir," which means "to flee" or "to escape." The term is derived from the Latin word "fugere," which also means "to flee." The suffix "-ida" is commonly used in Spanish to form nouns indicating action.
Synonyms: - Escape - Fuga - Escape (in a legal context)
Antonyms: - Permanencia (permanence) - Estancia (stay) - Asentamiento (settlement)
This thorough examination of the word "huida" highlights its meanings, usages, and relations within the Spanish language.