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    Petra (en. Petra)

    /ˈpetra/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishSpanish
    noun
    Stone, rock, or geological material
    The temple is built with petra.
    El templo está construido con petra.
    Proper name of Greek origin that means 'rock'.
    Petra is a very beautiful name.
    Petra es un nombre muy bonito.

    Etymology

    From the Greek 'petra', meaning 'rock'.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    A firm rock
    Expression that refers to something secure or stable.
    Una roca firme
    To make petra
    It refers to building something solid.
    Hacer petra

    Related Words

    geology
    Science that studies rocks and the planet.
    geología
    mineral
    Inorganic substance with a defined chemical composition.
    mineral

    Slang Meanings

    In some contexts, it is used to refer to a strong and resilient person.
    That girl is a petra; she never gives up.
    Esa chica es una petra, nunca se rinde.
    Sometimes it is used to describe something that has a lot of durability.
    This car is made of petra; it doesn't break easily.
    Este coche es de petra, no se rompe fácilmente.