Lagos (en. Lakes)
/ˈla.ɣos/
Meaning & Definition
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noun
Body of water found in a depression of the land.
Lakes are important for the local ecosystem.
Los lagos son importantes para el ecosistema local.
Area of water surrounded by land, which is neither an ocean nor a sea.
Lake Titicaca is one of the highest navigable lakes in the world.
El lago Titicaca es uno de los lagos navegables más altos del mundo.
Community of living beings that inhabit a body of water.
Lakes host various species of fish.
Los lagos albergan diversas especies de peces.
Etymology
From Latin 'lacus', meaning 'lake' or 'body of water'.
Common Phrases and Expressions
crystal clear lake
A lake with clear and transparent water.
lago cristalino
landscape of lakes
It refers to a landscape that includes several lakes.
paisaje de lagos
to reflect on the lake
To see the image of oneself or an object on the surface of the water.
reflejarse en el lago
Related Words
water
Transparent and colorless liquid found in lakes.
agua
ecosystem
Set of organisms that live in a lake and its environment.
ecosistema
fishing
Activity carried out in many lakes to catch fish.
pesca
Slang Meanings
Expression used to describe a state of tranquility.
After a stressful day, it feels like being in a lake.
Después de un día estresante, se siente como en un lago.
Term that refers to a social gathering place near a lake.
Let's go to the party at the lake this weekend.
Vamos a la fiesta en el lago este fin de semana.