Manantial (en. Spring)

/manaˈtjal/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishSpanish
noun
Source or spring of water that rises from the ground.
The village spring is known for its crystal-clear water.
El manantial del pueblo es conocido por su agua cristalina.
Origin or beginning of something.
The spring of his creativity is inexhaustible.
El manantial de su creatividad es inagotable.

Etymology

From the Latin 'manantialis', which comes from 'manans', present participle of 'manare' (to flow, to spring).

Common Phrases and Expressions

Fountain of wisdom
Place or person that provides a lot of knowledge.
manantial de sabiduría
Springs of happiness
Referring to moments or places that bring joy.
manantiales de felicidad

Related Words

Source
Opening from which water springs.
fuente
Stream
Small natural stream of water.
arroyo
Well
Deep cavity used to extract water.
pozo

Slang Meanings

Expression of a place that provides peace and tranquility.
That cabin is a spring for resting.
Esa cabaña es un manantial para descansar.
Reference to someone with fresh and renewing ideas.
It is a spring of new ideas in the office.
Es un manantial de nuevas ideas en la oficina.