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
· commonsurroundings, vicinity
"Exploramos los alrededores buscando café y respuestas."
We explored the surroundings looking for coffee and answers.