Latido is a noun in Spanish.
/laˈti.ðo/
Latido primarily refers to the rhythmic contraction of the heart, commonly associated with "heartbeat." It is frequently used in both medical contexts, such as discussing heart health, and in everyday language to convey emotions or life.
In Spanish, latido is frequently used and often appears in both oral and written forms. However, it is more prominently featured in oral speech, especially in contexts discussing emotions or experiences tied to heartbeats, such as love or excitement.
El latido de su corazón se aceleró al verlo.
The beat of her heart quickened upon seeing him.
Los médicos monitorean el latido del corazón durante la cirugía.
The doctors monitor the heartbeat during surgery.
Sentí un latido fuerte en mi pecho cuando recibí la noticia.
I felt a strong heartbeat in my chest when I received the news.
Latido is part of several idiomatic expressions in Spanish, often used to emphasize strong emotions, particularly those related to love and passion.
El latido del amor se siente a distancia.
The heartbeat of love is felt from afar.
A veces el latido de la vida nos sorprende.
Sometimes the heartbeat of life surprises us.
Su latido estaba sincronizado con el de ella.
His heartbeat was synchronized with hers.
El latido de la ciudad nunca se detiene.
The heartbeat of the city never stops.
The term latido comes from the Latin word "latitus," which means "to beat" or "to strike." It has evolved in the Spanish language to specifically denote the heartbeat.
Synonyms - Pulsación (pulse) - Palpitación (palpitation)
Antonyms - Silencio (silence) — in a metaphorical sense, as a heartbeat connotes life and activity, its absence idealizes stillness or death.
In medical or poetic contexts, the absence of a latido can signify the end of life or a moment filled with tension.