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    Faros (en. Lighthouses)

    [ˈfa.ros]

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishSpanish
    noun
    Elevated structure that emits light to guide vessels.
    Lighthouses are vital for maritime navigation.
    Los faros son vitales para la navegación marítima.
    Light emitted by a lighthouse.
    The harbor lighthouse can be seen from a great distance.
    El faro del puerto se puede ver a mucha distancia.

    Etymology

    From the Latin 'pharus', which means 'lighthouse' or 'light'.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    to follow the lighthouse
    To follow a guide or a clear example.
    seguir el faro
    warning lights
    Signals that indicate danger on the journey.
    faros de advertencia
    to see no further than the lighthouse
    To have no broader vision of the situation.
    no ver más allá del faro

    Related Words

    luminosity
    Quality of that which emits light.
    luminosidad
    navigation
    The action of navigating or directing a ship.
    navegación
    sailor
    A person who works on a ship.
    marinero

    Slang Meanings

    To be someone prominent or influential.
    That person is a lighthouse in their community.
    Esa persona es un faro en su comunidad.
    A reference to something that guides in your life.
    Their advice was a lighthouse for me in difficult times.
    Su consejo fue un faro para mí en tiempos difíciles.