alrededor

ADP (1)

[/al.re.ðeˈðoɾ/^es-ES]

around literal / nearby informal / in the vicinity neutral

Synonyms cercanías informal , alrededores neutral

Antonyms dentro

Used as a preposition or adverb to indicate proximity or position in the general area surrounding something or someone; near, about, or in the vicinity. It can also denote approximate quantity or time.

Hay muchos árboles alrededor de la casa. — There are many trees around the house.
Ella caminó alrededor del lago. — She walked around the lake.
Llegaré alrededor de las tres. — I will arrive around three o'clock.

NOUN (1)

[/al.re.ðeˈðoɾ/^es-ES]

circumference formal / surroundings neutral / aroundness untranslatable (This term describes a conceptual idea rather than a commonly used term in English.)

Synonyms circunferencia formal , entorno neutral

Antonyms centro

When used as a noun, 'alrededor' can refer to the physical surroundings or circumference of something. More abstractly, it can describe the conceptual 'aroundness' or the pervasive atmosphere of a place or situation. This abstract sense often requires descriptive phrasing in English rather than a single equivalent word, as it encompasses the idea of what is present or perceived in the vicinity.

plural
no aplica

Miró a su alrededor con curiosidad. — He looked at his surroundings with curiosity.
El alrededor del pueblo es muy tranquilo. — The vicinity/surroundings of the town are very quiet.
El aura de misterio que rodea el lugar forma parte de su alrededor. — The aura of mystery surrounding the place is part of its 'aroundness' or pervasive atmosphere.