pop

• Describe algo popular o relacionado con la cultura de masas, especialmente la música.

Describes something that is popular or associated with mainstream culture, especially music.

1. A2informal

   Relating to or characteristic of popular culture, especially music, art, or fashion.

   pop (cultura popular)

   • She loves pop music from the 80s.
   • Pop art became famous in the 1960s.
   • He collects pop culture memorabilia.

   Sinónimoscommercialmainstreampopular

   Antónimosalternativeesotericunderground

2. Sudden or explosiveB1informal

   Describing something that makes a short, sharp, explosive sound.

   estallido, sonido seco y corto

   • The pop sound came from the balloon bursting.
   • He heard a loud pop from the engine.
   • The popcorn made a pop noise in the microwave.

   Sinónimosabruptcrackingexplosivepoppingsharpsudden

• Adverbio informal que significa «de repente» o «inesperadamente», usado a menudo en frases como «pop in» (entrar un momento) o «pop up» (aparecer de pronto). Describe acciones que ocurren rápido o sin aviso.

An informal adverb meaning "suddenly" or "unexpectedly," often used in phrases like "pop in" (to visit briefly) or "pop up" (to appear suddenly). It describes actions that happen quickly or without warning.

1. Sudden sound or actionB1informal

   Used to describe a sudden, sharp sound or a quick, unexpected action.

   Pop: sonido o acción súbita

   • The balloon went pop when it touched the pin.
   • He popped the cork and the champagne went pop.
   • The light bulb went pop and went out.

   Sinónimosabruptlyquicklysuddenlyunexpectedly

• Sustantivo con varios significados, incluyendo un sonido repentino y explosivo, una bebida gaseosa sin alcohol o un género de música popular.

A noun with multiple meanings, including a sudden explosive sound, a carbonated soft drink, or a genre of popular music.

1. A2informal

   A short, sharp, explosive sound.

   Pop (sonido)

   • The balloon burst with a loud pop.
   • I heard a pop when the cork came out of the bottle.
   • The firecracker made a loud pop.

   Sinónimosbangboomburstclapcrackexplosionreportsnap

2. A1informalamerican

   An informal term for father.

   papá

   • My pop is taking me to the game tonight.
   • I asked my pop for some money.
   • Pop always tells the best jokes.

   Sinónimosdaddaddyold manpapa

3. A1informal

   Modern popular music, especially with a strong beat and catchy tune.

   música pop

   • She loves listening to pop on the radio.
   • Pop music is very popular among teenagers.
   • The concert featured several top pop artists.

   Sinónimospopular music

4. Carbonated drinkA1informalamerican

   A sweet, carbonated soft drink.

   Refresco carbonatado

   • Can I have a can of pop?
   • He ordered a large pop with his meal.
   • We bought some pop for the party.

   Sinónimossodasoda popsoft drink

• Verbo que indica un sonido o acción repentina y brusca, como una explosión, un movimiento rápido o una aparición inesperada.

A verb used to indicate a sudden, sharp sound or action, such as bursting, moving quickly, or appearing suddenly.

1. Make a sudden explosive soundA2informal

   To make a short, sharp, explosive sound.

   Hacer un ruido seco y repentino

   • The balloon popped when I touched it.
   • The cork popped out of the champagne bottle.
   • I heard a loud pop from the engine.

   Sinónimosbangburstcrackexplodesnap

2. Go somewhere quicklyA2informal

   To go to a place for a short time, often suddenly or quickly.

   Ir rápidamente a algún lugar

   • I need to pop to the shop for some milk.
   • She popped into the office to grab her keys.
   • He popped out for a quick coffee break.

   Sinónimosbobdashduckniprunslipstep

3. Put something quicklyB1informal

   To put something somewhere quickly or carelessly.

   Poner algo rápidamente

   • She popped the letter into her bag.
   • He popped the pizza in the oven.
   • I'll just pop this book on the shelf.

   Sinónimosdumpplopplunkshoveslapstickthrowtoss

4. Appear suddenlyB1informal

   To appear or happen suddenly or unexpectedly.

   aparecer de repente

   • A new idea popped into my head.
   • The question popped up during the meeting.
   • Her name keeps popping up in conversations.

   Sinónimosappeararisecrop upemergematerializeshow upspring upsurfaceturn up

   Antónimosdisappearvanish

Variantes phrasalpop inpop offpop outpop up