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    Caparazón (en. Shell)

    /kapaɾaˈθon/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishSpanish
    noun
    Hard shell or covering that protects the body of some animals.
    The turtle's shell is very strong.
    El caparazón de la tortuga es muy resistente.
    Outer shell of some mollusks.
    The clam's shell is filled with beautiful colors.
    El caparazón de la almeja está lleno de hermosos colores.
    In some contexts, it refers to a protective covering in general.
    The car's shell protects its internal components.
    El caparazón del automóvil protege sus componentes internos.

    Etymology

    From Latin 'caparax', which means 'covering' or 'shell'.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    live sheltered
    To protect oneself or stay away from dangers.
    vivir a cubierto
    come out of the shell
    To make an effort to overcome shyness or introversion.
    salir del caparazón
    have a hard shell
    To be a person difficult to offend or emotionally hurt.
    tener un caparazón duro

    Related Words

    turtle
    Reptile with a hard shell that can withdraw its head and limbs.
    tortuga
    shell
    Hard part that covers certain mollusks.
    concha
    crustacean
    Class of aquatic animals with an external shell.
    crustáceo

    Slang Meanings

    To have a defensive or closed personality.
    She has a real shell, she doesn't let anyone get close.
    Ella tiene un verdadero caparazón, no deja que nadie se acerque.
    To be protected or to prevent others from getting emotionally close.
    After what happened, she decided to build a shell around her heart.
    Después de lo que pasó, decidió construir un caparazón alrededor de su corazón.