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    Peñón (en. Crag)

    /peˈɲon/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishSpanish
    noun
    Definition: Large block or mass of rock.
    Example Sentence: The rock rises majestically on the coast.
    El peñón se alza majestuosamente en la costa.
    Definition: Cape or rocky promontory in the sea.
    Example Sentence: The rock is an ideal place for fishermen.
    El peñón es un lugar ideal para los pescadores.
    Definition: In the game of bocce, it is a figure used as a goal.
    Example Sentence: The rock was several meters away.
    El peñón quedó a varios metros de distancia.

    Etymology

    Etymology/Origin: From Old Spanish 'peña', meaning rock or stone.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    Phrase: Ifach Rock
    Meaning: A famous rock located on the coast of Spain.
    peñón de Ifach
    Phrase: to a clean rock
    Meaning: Refers to something clear or without confusion.
    a peñón limpio

    Related Words

    Related Word: peña
    Description: Large mass of rock.
    peña
    Related Word: mountain
    Description: Natural elevation of the terrain.
    montaña
    Related Word: cliff
    Description: Steep slope around the sea.
    acantilado

    Slang Meanings

    Meaning: Strong person or one with great character.
    Example: That guy is a rock, he doesn't let himself be intimidated.
    Ese tipo es un peñón, no se deja intimidar.
    Meaning: Difficult situation to handle.
    Example: That task is a rock, it's going to be tough for me.
    Esa tarea es un peñón, me va a costar.