Isleta (en. Islet)

/izˈleta/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishSpanish
noun
Small piece of land surrounded by water.
The islet is a refuge for many birds.
La isleta es un refugio para muchas aves.
An island smaller than islands, usually formed by alluvial materials.
There is an islet in the river that only appears during the dry season.
En el río hay una isleta que aparece solo en época de sequía.
A small and inhospitable piece of land in the middle of a body of water.
That islet is not suitable for human settlement.
Esa isleta no es apta para el asentamiento humano.

Etymology

It derives from the diminutive of 'island', which comes from the Latin 'insula'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

islet of peace
A quiet place in the midst of the hustle and bustle.
isleta de paz
to get lost in an islet
To disappear in a remote place.
perderse en una isleta

Related Words

island
A piece of land surrounded by water, larger than an islet.
isla
islet
A very small island, smaller than an islet.
islote

Slang Meanings

Isolated place to disconnect.
I’m going to the islet to relax from the stress of the city.
Voy a la isleta a relajarme del estrés de la ciudad.
Small social gathering in an enclosed space.
The islet at home was a lot of fun last night.
La isleta en casa fue muy divertida anoche.