Dorados (en. Golden)

/doˈɾaðos/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishSpanish
noun
Plural of dorado, which can refer to objects or beings that have a golden color.
The dorados fish swim in the lake.
Los dorados peces nadan en el lago.
Referring to some fish of the genus Salminus, known for their golden color.
In fishing, dorados are highly valued.
En la pesca, los dorados son muy valorados.

Etymology

Comes from the participle of the verb dorar, which means 'to give a golden color.'

Common Phrases and Expressions

good as gold
That is very good or valuable.
bueno como el oro
to the dorados
It refers to a method of fishing in rivers.
a los dorados

Related Words

dorado
Color that resembles gold.
dorado
gold
Precious metal of bright yellow color.
oro

Slang Meanings

Term used in fishing to refer to a large and valuable fish.
Yesterday we caught a dorado that was the pride of the day.
Ayer atrapamos un dorado que fue el orgullo del día.
Expression that references something fortunate or valuable.
That car is a dorado, don't sell it for less.
Ese coche es un dorado, no lo vendas por menos.