Brújula (en. Compass)

/ˈbɾuxula/

Meaning & Definition

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noun
Device used for navigation.
The compass is essential in maritime navigation.
La brújula es esencial en la navegación marítima.
Instrument that indicates direction in relation to the cardinal points.
I used the compass to find my way in the woods.
Usé la brújula para encontrar el camino en el bosque.
Symbol of guidance or direction in a figurative context.
The moral compass helps us make decisions in life.
La brújula moral nos ayuda a tomar decisiones en la vida.

Etymology

From the Latin 'brucula', meaning small compass.

Common Phrases and Expressions

to follow the compass
To follow guidelines or directions.
seguir la brújula
to take the compass
To adopt a stance or make a decision regarding direction and focus.
tomar la brújula

Related Words

compass
Instrument used to measure angles and draw circles.
compás
navigation
Action of navigating or directing a vessel.
navegación

Slang Meanings

To have a moral compass.
That person always has a well-defined moral compass.
Esa persona siempre tiene una brújula moral bien definida.
To be lost like a compass.
After the argument, he felt lost like a compass.
Después de la discusión, se sintió perdido como una brújula.