Escollos (en. Pitfalls)

/esˈkoʎos/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishSpanish

noun

Large stones on the seabed that hinder navigation.

The obstacles along the coast prevented the boat from getting closer to shore.

Los escollos en la costa hicieron que el barco no pudiera acercarse a la orilla.

Figuratively, any type of obstacle or problem that arises in a process or situation.

We encountered several obstacles on the way to implementing the project.

Encontramos varios escollos en el camino hacia la implementación del proyecto.

From Latin 'scollum', which means 'rock' or 'stone'.

to navigate among obstacles

To handle complicated situations with care.

navegar entre escollos

to face the obstacles

To confront problems or difficulties.

enfrentar los escollos

rubble

Rocks or stones on the seabed.

rocalla

danger

A situation that can cause harm or potential damage.

peligro

Difficulties that can be avoided with care.

If you're not careful, the obstacles can lead you to a major problem.

Si no tienes cuidado, los escollos te pueden llevar a un gran problema.

Complicated situations regarding life or work matters.

In negotiations, there are always obstacles to overcome.

En la negociación siempre hay escollos que superar.