Nieves (en. Snows)

[ˈnjeβes]

Meaning & Definition

EnglishSpanish
noun
Precipitation that consists of ice crystals.
The snow covered the mountains during the winter.
La nieve cubrió las montañas durante el invierno.
Surface covered with snow.
We had to walk on the snows of the valley.
Tuvimos que caminar sobre las nieves del valle.
In a figurative sense, something very white or pure.
His heart was as pure as the snows of winter.
Su corazón era tan puro como las nieves del invierno.

Etymology

From the Latin 'nipa', which means 'snow'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

to fall the snows
It refers to a very cold and snowy winter.
caer las nieves
eternal snows
It refers to the snow that remains in high mountains throughout the year.
nieves eternas
under the snows
It refers to something hidden or concealed by snow.
bajo las nieves

Related Words

snow
Precipitation in the form of ice crystals.
nieve
to snow
Action of snow falling.
nevar
snowy
Ground covered with snow.
nevado

Slang Meanings

Snow in the form of powder or loose.
This powder is like snow, ideal for making a good snowman.
Este polvo es como nieves, ideal para hacer un buen muñeco.
Quality snow, especially in the context of skiing.
Today the snow is incredible, perfect for skiing.
Hoy la nieve está increíble, perfecta para esquiar.