Celajes (en. Clouds)

/seˈlaxes/

Meaning & Definition

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noun
Groups of clouds that give color and shape to the sky.
The skies at sunset were stunning, filled with shades of orange and lilac.
Los celajes al atardecer eran impresionantes, llenos de tonos anaranjados y lilas.
Visual aspect of the sky at a given moment.
The morning skies indicated a clear day ahead.
Los celajes de la mañana anunciaban un día despejado.
Artistic reference to the representation of the sky in painting.
The famous painter captured the skies in his masterpiece.
El célebre pintor capturó los celajes en su obra maestra.

Etymology

The term comes from the Latin 'caelum', which means sky.

Common Phrases and Expressions

sunset skies
Referring to the colors and shapes of clouds during sunset.
celajes de atardecer
playing with the skies
To create art or photographs that include the sky as a main element.
jugar con los celajes
getting lost in the skies
Reflects a moment of contemplation while observing the sky.
perderse en los celajes

Related Words

cloud
Condensation of water vapor in the atmosphere that forms visible masses.
nube
sky
The space surrounding the earth where clouds, stars, and the sun are found.
cielo
sunset
The time of day when the sun sets on the horizon.
atardecer

Slang Meanings

Skies as a metaphor for emotional changes.
Today my skies are gray, I feel a bit melancholic.
Hoy mis celajes están grises, me siento un poco melancólico.
Referring to the ideal or the pursuit of peace through the landscape of the sky.
When I look at the skies, I find my tranquility.
Cuando miro los celajes, encuentro mi tranquilidad.