Honda (en. Sling)

/ˈonda/

Meaning & Definition

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noun
A cavity or depression in the land.
The honda in the field allows water to accumulate.
La honda en el campo permite que se acumule agua.
In the context of navigation, it refers to the depth of the sea.
The captain measured the ocean's honda before anchoring.
El capitán midió la honda del océano antes de anclar.
A place where the water is deeper.
The river's honda is perfect for fishing.
La honda del río es perfecta para pescar.

Etymology

From the Latin 'unda' meaning 'wave' or 'water.'

Common Phrases and Expressions

groove of the waves
area of great depth in the sea.
honda de las olas
depth of sadness
deep feeling of sadness.
honda de tristeza

Related Words

wave
Oscillatory movement that propagates in a medium.
onda
depth
Depth.
hondura

Slang Meanings

State of deep sadness.
I am in a honda because I feel lonely.
Estoy en una honda porque me siento solo.
Something that is very deep or intense.
That movie left me in a honda.
Esa película me dejó en una honda.