noun

el fondo

bottom · background

Parte más baja o última de algo, o lugar que está detrás o al final de un espacio.

The word "fondo" in Spanish means "bottom" or "background." It can refer to the deep part of something, like the bottom of a container, or it can describe the background of an image or scene. Additionally, "fondo" can also refer to a fund or financial resource, such as a savings fund (fondo de ahorro). The context in which it is used often clarifies its meaning.

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Examples

El fondo del lago es muy profundo.noun

The bottom of the lake is very deep.

En el fondo de la piscina, hay una moneda.noun

At the bottom of the pool, there is a coin.

Al fondo, veo un cuadro bonito.noun

In the background, I see a beautiful painting.

El fondo está muy oscuro.noun

The background is very dark.

Hay un barco en el fondo del mar.noun

There is a ship at the bottom of the sea.

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