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    Marinero (en. Sailor)

    /maɾiˈneɾo/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishSpanish
    noun
    A worker of the sea responsible for navigation and operations of a ship.
    The sailor has spent many months at sea.
    El marinero ha pasado muchos meses en alta mar.
    Soldier of the navy.
    The sailor was decorated for his bravery in the mission.
    El marinero fue condecorado por su valentía en la misión.
    A hobbyist or lover of the sea and sailing.
    Since childhood, I always wanted to be a sailor and explore the oceans.
    Desde niño, siempre quise ser marinero y explorar los océanos.

    Etymology

    From Latin 'marinarius', which means 'belonging to the sea'.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    freshwater sailor
    A person who has no experience in sailing.
    marinero de agua dulce
    to be a sailor
    To have a job in the navy or on a ship.
    ser marinero
    every sailor in his own sea
    Each person must act according to their own situation.
    cada marinero en su mar

    Related Words

    marina
    Facility for the docking of ships.
    marina
    ship
    Vessel used for sailing on water.
    barco
    navigation
    The action of navigating.
    navegación

    Slang Meanings

    Sailor who gets involved in festive or fun activities at the port.
    That sailor is known for being the life of the party at the port.
    Ese marinero es conocido por ser el alma de la fiesta en el puerto.
    Service sailor who also assists tourists.
    The sailor guides tourists around the ship like a true professional.
    El marinero guía a los turistas alrededor del barco como un verdadero profesional.