Cataratas (en. Waterfalls)

/kataˈɾatas/

Meaning & Definition

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noun

A geographical formation where water falls from a great height.

Niagara Falls is one of the most famous in the world.

Las cataratas del Niágara son una de las más conocidas del mundo.

Eye cataracts, which are an opacity of the lens of the eye.

The doctor recommended surgery for cataracts to improve his vision.

El médico le recomendó operarse de cataratas para mejorar su visión.

From the Latin 'cataracta', which means 'waterfall'.

Iguazu Falls

A set of waterfalls located on the border between Argentina and Brazil.

cataratas de Iguazú

waterfalls as a symbol

In some cultures, waterfalls represent power and strength.

cataratas como símbolo

water

Transparent and colorless liquid, essential for life.

agua

waterfall

Descent of water in the form of a fall.

cascada

ophthalmologist

Doctor specialized in eye care.

oculista

Waterfalls as a synonym for difficulties in life.

Being in cataracts at work means being overloaded with tasks.

Estar en cataratas en su trabajo significa estar sobrecargado de tareas.

When someone has vision problems, it is said that they have cataracts.

My grandfather wears glasses because he suffers from cataracts.

Mi abuelo usa gafas porque sufre de cataratas.