alrededor

adverb

· very common
1

around, surrounding

"Miró alrededor, pero no había nadie."

He looked around, but there was no one.

2

around, approximately, about

"Llegará alrededor de las siete, o eso dijo."

She'll arrive around seven, or so she said.

masculine noun

· common

surroundings, vicinity

"Exploramos los alrededores buscando café y respuestas."

We explored the surroundings looking for coffee and answers.