mundial

Mundial is a term used in Spanish and Portuguese to mean world or worldwide. In both languages it also functions as an adjective meaning global or pertaining to the world. The word derives from mundo, the common word for world, which ultimately comes from Latin mundus.

In sports, especially football, el Mundial or simply Mundial is widely used to refer to the FIFA World Cup or other world championship events. In Spanish-language media it is common to say el Mundial de fútbol when referring to the World Cup. In Brazilian Portuguese, Mundial is used similarly, even though the official tournament name is Copa do Mundo. Context and country of use determine whether Mundial is understood as the World Cup or more generally as a world championship.

Beyond sport, Mundial has been used as a title or part of brand names for newspapers, magazines, radio programs, and other media in Spanish- and Portuguese-speaking regions. It is also employed in journalism and advertising to evoke a sense of global scope or reach.

Overall, mundial is a widely understood term across the Spanish- and Portuguese-speaking world, with usage that varies by country, register, and context.