Más o menos
Example: La reunión duró más o menos una hora.
Definition
"Más o menos" is a Spanish expression used to indicate an approximate amount or degree, meaning 'more or less' or 'about.' It conveys that something is roughly or nearly the stated value, as in the example 'La reunión duró más o menos una hora,' meaning the meeting lasted about an hour.
Etymology
The expression "más o menos" literally translates to 'more or less' in English, combining 'más' (more) and 'menos' (less). Its origins trace back to Spanish usage where the phrase serves to express approximation. Did you know? This phrase is commonly used in everyday conversation to soften statements or indicate uncertainty.
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"Más o menos" appears in the Vocaplus list "Spanish - General - Modismos y refranes - (A1) - parte 1", containing 112 commonly used expressions.
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