Rayos (en. Good heavens)

/ˈra.ɪ.os/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishSpanish
noun
Visible electrical discharges that occur in the atmosphere.
The rays illuminate the sky during the storm.
Los rayos iluminan el cielo durante la tormenta.
Ray of light.
The rays of the sun are beautiful in the morning.
Los rayos del sol son hermosos por la mañana.
Element of a legend or myth.
In mythology, Zeus throws rays as a symbol of power.
En la mitología, Zeus lanza rayos como símbolo de poder.

Etymology

From Latin 'radius', which means 'ray or radius'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

rays and sparks
Expression that indicates anger or surprise.
rayos y centellas
to give rays
Expression that means to have courage or fury.
dar rayos
rays of sunshine
Reflection of sunlight.
rayos de sol

Related Words

lightning
Intense light that generally accompanies a ray.
relámpago
thunder
Sound that accompanies rays.
trueno

Slang Meanings

Expression of surprise or astonishment.
Rays! I didn't expect to see you here.
¡Rayos! No esperaba verte aquí.
Indication of anger.
This guy is driving me crazy.
Me está sacando rayos este tipo.
Use as an interjection to express discomfort.
Rays! I forgot my wallet.
¡Rayos! Olvidé mi billetera.