Arco (en. Bow)

/ˈaɾ.ko/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishSpanish

noun

Definition: Structure that connects two points usually in a curved shape.

Example Sentence: The arch of the door is in Gothic style.

El arco de la puerta es de estilo gótico.

Definition: Curve in a circle or part of a circle.

Example Sentence: The arch of the bridge allows the river to pass through.

El arco del puente permite el paso del río.

Definition: Movement that an object describes following a curved trajectory.

Example Sentence: The arrow flew in a perfect arc.

La flecha voló en un arco perfecto.

Etymology/Origin: From Latin 'arcus', meaning 'curve' or 'loop'.

Phrase: triumphal arch

Meaning: Monument that commemorates a victory.

arco del triunfo

Phrase: rainbow

Meaning: Optical phenomenon that produces a spectrum of colors.

arco iris

Phrase: make an arch

Meaning: To form a curve with a movement.

hacer un arco

Related Word: archway

Description: Set of arches.

arquería

Related Word: rainbow

Description: Meteorological phenomenon that appears after the rain.

arcoíris

Related Word: wooden arch

Description: Arch made primarily of wood.

arco de madera

Slang Meaning: Style or attitude of someone behaving arrogantly.

Example: Don’t be a jerk, relax and enjoy the moment.

No seas arco, relájate y disfruta el momento.

Slang Meaning: Luck or fortune in specific situations.

Example: Today I have luck in the game; I won all the matches.

Hoy tengo arco en el juego, gané todas las partidas.