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eco means echo — a common term in Beautiful Spanish. Learn how it's used in a real-world example.

📅 Published: July 8, 2025

✨ Beautiful Spanish

eco

noun • /[EH-koh]/

echo

Example:

El eco de tus risas llenó la cueva oscura.

The echo of your laughter filled the dark cave.

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🧠 What does eco mean?

Eco in Spanish means "echo," just like in English. It refers to the repetition of a sound caused by its reflection off a surface, such as a wall, cliff, or building. It can also be used figuratively to talk about the lingering effects or consequences of something.

📚 Extra examples

  • El eco de su risa resonó por el valle.
    The echo of her laughter resonated through the valley.
  • Oí un eco débil en la cueva.
    I heard a faint echo in the cave.
  • Las palabras del presidente tuvieron un eco en todo el mundo.
    The president's words had an echo throughout the world.

❓ FAQ

How do you say 'echo' in Spanish?
The Spanish word for 'echo' is 'eco'.
How do you pronounce 'eco' in Spanish?
It's pronounced 'EH-koh,' with the stress on the first syllable.
How do you use 'eco' in a sentence?
Here are a couple of examples: 'El eco de la música resonaba en la sala' (The echo of the music resonated in the room), or 'Sus palabras tuvieron un eco en la historia' (His words had an echo in history).
What is the English translation of 'eco'?
'Eco' translates to 'echo' in English.
Does 'eco' change for gender or number?
No, 'eco' is a masculine noun and doesn't change for number. The plural is 'ecos'.
Is 'eco' common in everyday Spanish?
While not an everyday word, 'eco' is understood and used when talking about sounds or the reverberations of an event.
Does 'eco' have slang or double meanings?
Not really. 'Eco' is primarily used in its literal and figurative sense of an echo.
Is 'eco' used differently in Spain vs Latin America?
No, the meaning and usage of 'eco' are consistent across Spain and Latin America.

🔁 Synonyms & opposites of "eco"

Synonyms: resonancia, repercusión

💡 Did You Know?

The word 'eco' comes from the Greek myth of Echo, a nymph cursed to only repeat the last words spoken to her.

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