Descubierta (en. Discovered)
/deskuˈbjeɾta/
Meaning & Definition
EnglishSpanish
noun
Part of a ship that is above water.
The deck of the sailboat was decorated with beautiful flags.
La descubierta del velero estaba decorada con hermosas banderas.
Surface of an object that is not covered.
The table's surface was full of books.
La descubierta de la mesa estaba llena de libros.
verb
To reveal or make something hidden visible.
The archaeologist discovered an ancient civilization.
El arqueólogo descubrió una antigua civilización.
To find something for the first time.
She discovered a new talent for painting.
Ella descubrió un nuevo talento para la pintura.
Etymology
The term comes from the verb 'descubrir,' which means to remove the cover.
Common Phrases and Expressions
to the skin
An expression used to indicate that something is very present or evident.
a flor de piel
exposed land
Area of land that is not covered by vegetation or water.
tierra descubierta
Related Words
discovery
Act of discovering something new.
descubrimiento
cover
Something that covers something, such as a roof or a lid.
cubierta
Slang Meanings
Expression used to refer to an uncomfortable truth that has come to light.
The discovery of his deception was a huge scandal.
La descubierta de su engaño fue un gran escándalo.
A moment of revelation or understanding something clearly.
I had a revelation when I understood her point of view.
Tuve una descubierta cuando entendí su punto de vista.