Magallanes (en. Magellan)

/maɣaˈʝanes/

Meaning & Definition

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noun
A person originally from the Magallanes region.
The magallanes is characterized by their love of nature.
El magallanes se caracteriza por su amor a la naturaleza.
Navigators and explorers associated with the famous explorer Ferdinand Magellan.
The magallanes have been important in the history of exploration.
Los magallanes han sido importantes en la historia de la exploración.

Etymology

It derives from the Portuguese explorer Ferdinand Magellan, whose name is also used to designate the region in the south of South America.

Common Phrases and Expressions

Magallanes land of adventures
Reference to the exploratory character of the region.
Magallanes tierra de aventuras
People of Magallanes
Refers to the population that inhabits the region.
Gente de Magallanes

Related Words

Patagonia
A geographical region that includes part of Magallanes.
Patagonia
Strait of Magellan
A maritime passage that separates Tierra del Fuego from the continent.
Estrecho de Magallanes

Slang Meanings

A very adventurous person.
That girl is a magallanes, always looking for the next great trip.
Esa chica es una magallanes, siempre buscando el siguiente gran viaje.
Someone who stands out in exploring new places.
Since returning from his trip, he is a true magallanes.
Desde que regresó de su viaje, es un verdadero magallanes.