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    Flotaba (en. Floated)

    /floˈtaβa/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishSpanish
    verb
    To move or remain on the surface of a liquid.
    The boat was floating on the calm sea.
    El barco flotaba en el mar tranquilo.
    To stay afloat without sinking.
    The balloons were floating in the air.
    Los globos flotaban en el aire.
    To be suspended, whether in a liquid or in the air, without falling.
    The leaves were floating on the surface of the water.
    Las hojas flotaban sobre la superficie del agua.

    Etymology

    From the verb 'float', which comes from the Latin 'flotare'.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    float on the surface
    To be on top of a liquid without sinking.
    flotar en la superficie
    float like a fish
    To refer to someone who is very comfortable in a situation.
    flotar como un pez

    Related Words

    flotation
    The action of floating.
    flotación
    floating
    That floats or can float.
    flotante

    Slang Meanings

    To be carefree or relaxed.
    After finishing work, I just want to float all weekend.
    Después de terminar el trabajo, solo quiero flotar todo el fin de semana.
    To feel in a state of complete happiness.
    I was floating with happiness after receiving the good news.
    Estaba flotando de felicidad tras recibir la buena noticia.