Noun · A1 · Spanish glossary

Mundo: world

mundo

Pronunciation: MOON-doh (stress the capital letters)

Mundo means “world” in English.

Quick answer

  • Meaning: world
  • How to say it: MOON-doh
  • Gender: el mundo
  • Level: Beginner (A1)

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What “mundo” means and how to use it

Mundo means “world.” It also appears in phrases like “todo el mundo” (everybody).

Gender and plural

  • Gender: el mundo (masculine)
  • Plural: los mundos

Examples with audio

  • Quiero viajar por el mundo.I want to travel around the world.
  • Todo el mundo conoce esa canción.Everybody knows that song.
  • Es el mejor café del mundo.It is the best coffee in the world.

Usage tip

“Todo el mundo” means “everyone” and takes a singular verb: todo el mundo sabe. “Mundial” is the adjective, as in Copa Mundial.

Frequently asked questions

How do you say “world” in Spanish?

“world” in Spanish is “mundo.” It is pronounced MOON-doh, with the stress on the syllable in capital letters.

How do you pronounce “mundo”?

Say MOON-doh. The syllable in capital letters gets the stress. Press the speaker button at the top of this page to hear it.

Is “mundo” masculine or feminine?

Mundo is masculine: “el mundo.” The plural is “mundos.”

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