Olas (en. Surf)

/ˈolas/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishSpanish
noun
Movement of seawater that forms crests and valleys.
The ocean waves crash against the shore.
Las olas del océano chocan contra la costa.
Wave that forms on a liquid surface, especially in the sea.
I like to surf big waves.
Me gusta surfear las olas grandes.
State of agitation of water caused by wind or earthquakes.
Waves can be very dangerous during a storm.
Las olas pueden ser muy peligrosas durante una tormenta.

Etymology

From Latin 'unda', which means 'wave' or 'water in motion'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

sea waves
Refers to the waves that form in the ocean.
olas del mar
make waves
To cause a stir or impact in a situation.
hacer olas
heat waves
Periods of extremely high temperatures.
olas de calor

Related Words

water
Liquid substance that makes up seas and oceans.
agua
swell
Increase in wave height due to adverse weather conditions.
marejada
surf
Sport that consists of sliding on the waves with a board.
surf

Slang Meanings

Waves of energy
That party had waves of energy from the start.
Esa fiesta tuvo olas de energía desde el comienzo.
Good vibes
Today I'm feeling waves, everything is going perfectly.
Hoy estoy sintiendo olas, todo va perfecto.