Mares (en. Seas)

/ˈma.res/

Meaning & Definition

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noun
Large bodies of salt water.
The seas of the world are vital for the ecosystem.
Los mares del mundo son vitales para el ecosistema.
Portion of the ocean that is bordered by coasts.
The Mediterranean Sea is known for its beauty.
El mar Mediterráneo es conocido por su belleza.
Surface of the ocean in a specific region.
The northern seas are often cold and stormy.
Los mares del norte suelen ser fríos y tempestuosos.

Etymology

From Latin 'mare', meaning water of the ocean.

Common Phrases and Expressions

to navigate in seas
Traveling through large expanses of water.
navegar en mares
seas of doubt
A state of confusion or uncertainty.
mares de dudas
calm seas
Calm situations after troubles.
mares en calma

Related Words

marine
Related to the sea.
marino
coastal
Near or adjacent to the coast.
costero
navigation
The act of traveling by sea.
navegación

Slang Meanings

In some contexts, it can refer to a state of confusion.
I was in seas of doubt about what decision to make.
Estaba en mares de dudas sobre qué decisión tomar.
It can be used to describe an environment of uncertainty.
This project is in troubled seas.
Este proyecto está en mares problemáticos.