Muelles (en. Springs)

/ˈmwe.ʎes/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishSpanish

noun

Fixed or movable structure where ships dock.

Ships align at the docks to load and unload goods.

Los barcos se alinean en los muelles para cargar y descargar mercancías.

Part of a mechanism that allows movement or holding.

The bed springs are responsible for its comfort.

Los muelles de la cama son responsables de su comodidad.

Set of docks in a city or port.

The city's port has several docks to receive cruise ships.

El puerto de la ciudad tiene varios muelles para recibir cruceros.

From Latin 'mollis' meaning soft or flexible.

to be at the dock

To be in a situation of waiting or uncertainty.

estar en el muelle

suspension springs

Mechanisms in vehicles that absorb impacts.

muelles de suspensión

floating springs

Structures that allow the use of springs in fluctuating waters.

muelles flotantes

dock

Space in the port where ships can dock.

dársena

berthing place

Place designated for vessels to moor.

atracadero

landing stage

Construction on the coast for embarking and disembarking people and goods.

embarcadero

To be relaxed or in a state of rest.

Today I am at the docks, I just want to rest.

Hoy estoy en los muelles, solo quiero descansar.

To refer to someone who is tired or exhausted.

After the party, I am totally out of it.

Después de la fiesta, estoy muelles total.