Paradas (en. Stops)

/paˈɾaðas/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishSpanish
noun
Actions of stopping or interrupting movement.
We made several stops during the trip to rest.
Hicimos varias paradas durante el viaje para descansar.
Established places where vehicles can stop to pick up or drop off passengers.
The bus stops are clearly marked.
Las paradas de autobús están señalizadas con claridad.
It also refers to a theatrical stop, a standout moment in a performance.
The play had several memorable stops that highlighted the performance.
La obra tuvo varias paradas memorables que destacaron la actuación.

Etymology

From the verb 'parar', which indicates to stop.

Common Phrases and Expressions

to make a stop
To temporarily stop in a place during a trip.
hacer una parada
mandatory stop
A place where it is necessary to stop, usually for legal or safety reasons.
parada obligatoria
technical stop
Stopping a vehicle to perform maintenance or inspection.
parada técnica

Related Words

stop
To stop or interrupt movement.
parar
halt
To cause something to stop.
detener
station
A place where transportation vehicles stop.
estación

Slang Meanings

Stops in the context of a party or gathering.
At the party, we made several stops to catch our breath.
En la fiesta hicimos varias paradas para tomar aire.
Stops as interruptions in a conversation.
Sometimes, the stops in our conversation are necessary to reflect.
A veces, las paradas en nuestra charla son necesarias para reflexionar.