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    Angelón (en. Angelon)

    /an.ɡe.lon/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishSpanish
    noun
    Common name for several fish of the family Pomacanthidae.
    The angelón is commonly found in coral reefs.
    El angelón se encuentra comúnmente en los arrecifes de coral.
    Species appreciated in aquariums for its bright colors.
    Aquarists seek the angelón for its beauty.
    Los acuaristas buscan el angelón por su belleza.
    It has a distinctive shape that makes it easy to recognize.
    The angelón has an oval body and long fins.
    El angelón tiene un cuerpo ovalado y aletas largas.

    Etymology

    From the Italian 'angioletto', which means 'little angel', in reference to its shape.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    under the angle
    In a remote or secret place.
    bajo el ángulo
    to glance sideways
    To observe without being seen, often with malice.
    mirar de reojo
    to see the light
    To understand or realize something.
    ver la luz

    Related Words

    fish
    Aquatic animal that lives in water.
    pez
    aquarium
    Facility for keeping fish and other aquatic organisms.
    acuario
    reef
    Submarine structure made of coral.
    arrecife

    Slang Meanings

    Term used to refer to someone very attractive.
    That girl is an angelón.
    Esa chica es un angelón.
    Person who has an angelic personality.
    That guy is an angelón, always helping others.
    Ese tipo es un angelón, siempre ayuda a los demás.