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    Carabelas (en. Caravels)

    [kaɾaˈβelas]

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishSpanish
    noun
    Sailing vessel typical of the 15th to 17th centuries.
    The caravelas were used by explorers on their voyages across the ocean.
    Las carabelas fueron utilizadas por los exploradores en sus viajes por el océano.
    A boat characterized by having three masts.
    In historical representations, the caravelas appear with large sails unfurled.
    En las representaciones históricas, las carabelas aparecen con grandes velas desplegadas.

    Etymology

    It comes from the old Spanish term 'carabela', which possibly derives from the Arabic 'quarabla'.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    to sail in a caravel
    To take a journey on an ancient ship.
    navegar en carabela
    caravel of history
    Reference to an emblematic boat used in past times.
    carabela de la historia

    Related Words

    nautical
    Science and technique of navigation.
    naútica
    sail
    Fabric used to make the sails of ships.
    vela
    mast
    Vertical structure that supports the sails.
    mástil

    Slang Meanings

    To refer to something old or of historical value.
    That store looks like a caravel, full of vintage things.
    Esa tienda parece una carabela, llena de cosas vintage.
    Used figuratively to describe a risky journey.
    The project was like sailing in a caravel, full of challenges.
    El proyecto fue como navegar en carabela, lleno de desafíos.