Mundo

/ˈmundo/ noun

Definition

Spanish and Portuguese word meaning 'world' or 'universe', often used in English contexts to evoke global scope.

Etymology

From Latin mundus meaning world, universe, or cosmos. The word entered various Romance languages with similar meanings and is increasingly used in English in global contexts.

Kelly Says

The phrase 'todo el mundo' (everybody, literally 'all the world') shows how 'mundo' extends beyond physical geography to encompass human community. It's cognate with French 'monde' and Italian 'mondo'.

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