Cubagua (en. Cubagua)

/ku.βaˈɣwa/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishSpanish
noun
Body of water that is partially covered by vegetation.
The cubagua of the lake is a refuge for many birds.
La cubagua del lago es un refugio para muchas aves.
Flooded area by water, often in an arid region.
Despite the drought, the cubagua remains due to the springs.
A pesar de la sequía, la cubagua se mantiene gracias a los manantiales.
Refers to an aquatic space that is partly covered by algae or plants.
The cubagua was full of water lilies and reeds.
La cubagua estaba llena de lirios de agua y juncos.

Etymology

The origin of the term 'cubagua' is related to the Spanish words 'cubrir' and 'agua'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

natural cubagua
Body of water that forms naturally and is covered.
cubagua natural
unmask cubagua
Reveal something that is hidden by water or the surface.
desenmascarar cubagua

Related Words

covered
Something that is covered or hidden.
cubierto
water
Transparent, odorless liquid that is the essential liquid element for life.
agua

Slang Meanings

Term used to refer to a quiet place surrounded by water.
That place is a true cubagua, perfect for relaxing.
Ese lugar es un verdadero cubagua, perfecto para relajarse.
Hole or pit where rainwater accumulates.
That cubagua fills up every time it rains.
Esa cubagua se llena cada vez que llueve.