Claveles (en. Carnations)

/klaˈβe.le/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishSpanish
noun
Herbaceous plant of the genus Dianthus, highly valued in gardening.
The garden was full of carnations of different colors.
El jardín estaba lleno de claveles de diversos colores.
Flower of this plant, often used in bouquets and decorations.
I gave a bouquet of carnations to my mother for her birthday.
Regalé un ramo de claveles a mi madre por su cumpleaños.
Symbol of love and friendship in various cultures.
That festivity is celebrated with carnations in honor of loved ones.
Esa festividad se celebra con claveles en honor a los seres queridos.

Etymology

The term clavel comes from the Latin 'caryophyllus', which also refers to this plant.

Common Phrases and Expressions

to give carnations
To offer flowers as a symbol of love or respect.
dar claveles
carnations in the garden
Reference to a space filled with a variety of carnations.
claveles en el jardín
red carnations
They symbolize love and admiration in floral tradition.
claveles rojos

Related Words

flower
Reproductive parts of angiosperms, colorful and fragrant.
flor
gardening
The art and practice of cultivating plants.
jardinería
ornamental
Reference to plants or decorative elements.
ornamental

Slang Meanings

Expression of affection for someone special.
Whenever I see my grandmother, I bring her carnations.
Siempre que vuelvo a ver a mi abuela, le traigo claveles.
Reference to a group of people who are very close.
We are a group of carnations, always supporting each other.
Nosotros somos un grupo de claveles, siempre apoyándonos unos a otros.