Cavernas (en. Caves)

ka-ˈber-nas

Meaning & Definition

EnglishSpanish
noun
Hollow spaces in the earth, often formed by natural processes.
The caverns in the area are a tourist attraction.
Las cavernas de la zona son un atractivo turístico.
Shelters or hiding places found underground.
Animals find safety in caverns.
Los animales encuentran seguridad en las cavernas.
Geological formations that may contain stalactites and stalagmites.
The cavern was decorated with spectacular stone formations.
La caverna estaba decorada con espectaculares formaciones de piedra.

Etymology

From Latin 'cavernas', meaning hole or hollow.

Common Phrases and Expressions

to enter a cavern
To enter a dark and enclosed place.
meterse en una caverna
ice caverns
Caverns formed by ice, commonly found in cold regions.
cavernas de hielo

Related Words

cave
Hole or natural space in a rock.
cueva
grotto
Cavern or underground space, especially one that is visited.
gruta
abyss
Very large depth or hollow.
abismo

Slang Meanings

Place with mysterious connotations.
That place became a cavern of secrets.
Ese lugar se volvió una caverna de secretos.
Very large space, but not necessarily dark.
The lounge turned into a cavern of laughter during the party.
El salón se convirtió en una caverna de risas durante la fiesta.