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    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.