No. 12,608 in Spanish
movida
A lively or dynamic event, scene, or situation; can also refer to trouble or a commotion depending on context.
In a sentence
La movida cultural en esa ciudad es impresionante.
The cultural scene in that city is impressive.
Here, 'movida' refers to a vibrant social or cultural scene, a common usage in colloquial Spanish.
Fue una movida arriesgada, pero al final salió bien.
It was a risky move, but in the end, it turned out well.
In this sentence, 'movida' means a strategy, decision, or move in a situation.
Hubo una movida extraña en la reunión que nadie entendió.
There was a strange fuss in the meeting that nobody understood.
Here, 'movida' represents an unusual or unexpected situation, often with an undertone of intrigue or complication.
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