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    Canarias (en. Canary islands)

    /kaˈnaɾjas/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishSpanish
    noun
    Archipelago that is part of Spain.
    The Canary Islands are a very popular tourist destination in Europe.
    Las Canarias son un destino turístico muy popular en Europa.
    Name that refers to the autonomous community that includes the islands.
    The Canarians celebrate many festivities throughout the year.
    Los canarios celebran muchas festividades a lo largo del año.

    Etymology

    Derived from the Latin 'Canariae Insulae', which means 'Islands of the Dogs'.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    Living in the Canary Islands
    Residing in the Canary archipelago.
    Vivir en Canarias
    Tourism in the Canary Islands
    Tourist activity on the Canary Islands.
    Turismo en las Canarias
    Canary culture
    Set of traditions and cultural manifestations of the Canary Islands.
    Cultura canaria

    Related Words

    Tenerife
    One of the main islands of the Canary archipelago.
    Tenerife
    Gran Canaria
    Another main island of the Canary archipelago.
    Gran Canaria
    Canarian-ness
    Quality of being Canarian.
    Canariedad

    Slang Meanings

    Term used to refer to a resident of the Canary Islands.
    That guy is a true Canarian.
    Ese chico es un canario auténtico.
    It can refer in a friendly way to someone who comes from the Islands.
    Juan is a Canarian through and through.
    Juan es un canario de pura cepa.