Caracas (en. Caracas)

/kaˈɾakas/

Meaning & Definition

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noun
Capital city of Venezuela, located in a mountainous valley.
Caracas is known for its pleasant climate and vibrant cultural life.
Caracas es conocida por su clima agradable y su vibrante vida cultural.
Important economic and political center of Venezuela.
Most government decisions are made in Caracas.
La mayoría de las decisiones gubernamentales se toman en Caracas.
Place where the El Ávila National Park is located.
El Ávila is a symbol of Caracas and a popular tourist destination.
El Ávila es un símbolo de Caracas y un destino turístico popular.

Etymology

The name 'Caracas' comes from the indigenous language of the Caracas people, a group that inhabited the region.

Common Phrases and Expressions

Caracas at night
Refers to the beauty and nightlife of the city.
Caracas de noche
Living in Caracas
Expresses the experience of residing in the Venezuelan capital.
Vivir en Caracas
Caracas, the eternal city
Phrase used to describe the resilience of its inhabitants.
Caracas, la ciudad eterna

Related Words

Venezuela
Country where the city of Caracas is located.
Venezuela
Ávila
Mountain located to the north of Caracas.
Ávila
Simón Bolívar
Venezuelan national hero, closely related to the history of Caracas.
Simón Bolívar

Slang Meanings

Expression of frustration or surprise.
Caracas! I can't believe that happened.
¡Caracas! No puedo creer que haya pasado eso.
Reference to a complicated situation.
That fight was a total caracas.
Esa pelea fue un caracas total.