Noun
/troˈpel/
The word "tropel" in Spanish signifies a chaotic or disorderly movement, often associated with a large group of people or animals rushing together, typically in a tumultuous manner. It can also refer to a noisy or disorganized crowd. While it's understood in both written and oral contexts, "tropel" is more frequently encountered in written language, particularly in literature and formal discourse.
The rush of people at the concert was impressive.
A medida que comenzó la lluvia, se formó un tropel en la entrada del estadio.
The word "tropel" is inherently chaotic. While it is not as commonly incorporated into specific idiomatic expressions, it can still be part of phrases or contexts that describe disorder or collective movements in varying situations.
The rush of emotions overwhelmed me upon receiving the news.
El tropel de críticas que recibió la película no la detuvo en taquilla.
The stampede of criticism that the movie received did not stop it at the box office.
Después de anunciar la oferta, se generó un tropel de compradores ansiosos.
The term "tropel" is derived from the Latin word "tropelum," which signifies a group or multitude in motion. Its historical usage shows connections to the ideas of disorder and chaos, further evolving into its current definition in modern Spanish.
Synonyms: - Multitud (multitude) - Muchedumbre (crowd) - Alboroto (commotion)
Antonyms: - Organización (organization) - Orden (order) - Serenidad (serenity)