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    Bay (en. Bay)

    beɪ

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishSpanish
    noun
    Geographical structure that contains water and is partially surrounded by land.
    San Francisco Bay is famous for its beautiful scenery.
    La bahía de San Francisco es famosa por su hermoso paisaje.
    Term used to describe an opening on the coast.
    The boat entered the bay to shelter from the storm.
    El barco entró en la bahía para resguardarse de la tormenta.
    verb
    To emit a loud and deep sound, like a dog barking.
    The dog started barking when it saw strangers in the bay.
    El perro comenzó a ladrar cuando vio a extraños en la bahía.

    Etymology

    From the English 'bay', which comes from the Old French 'baie', meaning opening or bay.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    Bay of all
    An expression that refers to a welcoming place for everyone.
    Bahía de todos
    In the bay
    Means being in a safe or protected place.
    En la bahía

    Related Words

    bay
    Body of water partially or completely surrounded by land.
    bahía
    coastal
    Referring to the coast or the land border adjacent to the sea.
    costera

    Slang Meanings

    In a colloquial context, it refers to an area where people usually relax or socialize.
    Let's go to the bay to hang out with friends.
    Vamos a la bahía a pasar un rato con los amigos.