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    Carabela (en. Caravel)

    /kaɾaˈβela/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishSpanish
    noun
    A three-masted vessel with lateen sails.
    The caravel was essential in the maritime explorations of the 15th century.
    La carabela fue fundamental en las exploraciones marítimas del siglo XV.
    A type of ship that was used for war and trade.
    Pirates often attacked caravels in the Caribbean Sea.
    Los piratas solían atacar las carabelas en el mar Caribe.
    A large sail located on the masts of the caravel.
    The caravel unfurled its large sail to the wind, sailing quickly toward the horizon.
    La carabela desplegó su gran vela al viento, navegando rápidamente hacia el horizonte.

    Etymology

    From Italian 'caravella', derived from Latin 'carrabina'.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    at full sail
    to sail quickly, with all sails deployed.
    a toda vela
    to be a caravel ship
    to be very sturdy or resilient.
    ser un barco de carabela

    Related Words

    nao
    A larger vessel than the caravel, also used during the Age of Discovery.
    nao
    sailing boat
    A boat that primarily sails with the help of the wind.
    velero
    galleon
    A large ship used during the era of sailing navigation.
    galeón

    Slang Meanings

    It is used to refer to something old or vintage.
    That old car is a real caravel.
    Ese coche antiguo es una verdadero carabela.
    A term of endearment to describe a restless person.
    You're a caravel, always moving from side to side.
    Eres un carabela, siempre moviéndote de un lado a otro.