Puertos (en. Ports)

/ˈpweɾtos/

Meaning & Definition

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noun

Facility that facilitates the loading and unloading operations of ships.

The port of Barcelona is one of the most important in the Mediterranean.

El puerto de Barcelona es uno de los más importantes del Mediterráneo.

Physical space that allows the docking and mooring of various vessels.

There are several fishing ports along the coast.

Hay varios puertos pesqueros a lo largo de la costa.

Set of structures that enable navigation and maritime activities.

Ports must comply with safety regulations.

Los puertos deben cumplir con normativas de seguridad.

From Latin 'portus', meaning 'port' or 'place of refuge'.

point of entry

Main place from where one accesses a country or city.

puerto de entrada

dry port

Land facility where customs and logistics activities typical of a seaport are carried out.

puerto seco

open ports

To facilitate access to different areas or resources.

abrir puertos

port-related

Related to ports.

puertuario

Puerto Rican

Person originating from Puerto Rico.

puertorriqueño

free port

Area where import and export taxes on goods do not apply.

puerto libre

Referring to a safe or calm place.

This bar is my port, I always come here to relax.

Este bar es mi puerto, siempre vengo aquí a relajarme.

Used to refer to a resting area or shelter.

After a long day, my home feels like a port.

Después de un largo día, mi casa se siente como un puerto.