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    Lago (en. Lake)

    ˈla.ɣo

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishSpanish
    noun
    Body of water found in a depression of the land.
    Lake Titicaca is the highest navigable lake in the world.
    El lago Titicaca es el lago navegable más alto del mundo.
    Ideal place for fishing and recreational activities.
    We went to spend the weekend at the lake to fish.
    Fuimos a pasar el fin de semana al lago para pescar.
    Wetland where aquatic ecosystems develop.
    The lake is full of life, with many species of plants and animals.
    El lago está lleno de vida, con muchas especies de plantas y animales.

    Etymology

    From the Latin 'lacus', which means 'pond' or 'body of water'.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    lake of fire
    It refers to a very hot or dangerous place.
    lago de fuego
    to be in the clouds
    Description of someone who is distracted, as if they were in a lake of clouds.
    estar en las nubes

    Related Words

    lagoon
    Body of water smaller than a lake.
    laguna
    reservoir
    Place where water is retained, generally for storage.
    embalse

    Slang Meanings

    Synonym for a quiet or peaceful place.
    This park is a lake in the middle of the city.
    Este parque es un lago en medio de la ciudad.
    Expression of economic waste.
    That project was a lake of wasted money.
    Ese proyecto fue un lago de dinero malgastado.