Spanish word

mapamundi

Pronunciation

IPA/mapaˈmundi/

Meaning

  • masculine nounworld map

Example

Tengo un mapamundi en mi habitación.

I have a world map in my room.

Illustration for mapamundi (world map)

More examples

Para preparar el viaje, usamos el mapamundi en la mesa.

To prepare for the trip, we used the world map on the table.

Core concept

Flat projection of the entire globe for display or reference.

Common phrases

  • usar el mapamundi

    use the world map

  • mirar el mapamundi

    look at the world map

Similar words

mapa del mundo: General world map showing countries and continents.
planisferio: Flat-projection world map representing the globe on one sheet.
atlas: Bound book compiling maps of regions, often with indexes and captions.

Definition in Spanish

Mapamundi es un mapa que muestra toda la superficie terrestre pensado para consulta o exhibición.

Word origin

A compound of Spanish mapa 'map' and mundi, the latter from Latin mundus meaning 'world'.

Usage tips

  • Spanish speakers use mapa del mundo as an everyday phrase, but mapamundi often implies a single-sheet display intended for hanging or public reference.

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