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    Rocas (en. Rocks)

    /ˈro.kas/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishSpanish
    noun
    A set of minerals or solid materials that make up the Earth's crust.
    Sedimentary rocks are formed by the accumulation of particles.
    Las rocas sedimentarias se forman por la acumulación de partículas.
    Fragments or masses of hard material that can vary in size.
    The rocks on the beach are perfect for collecting fossils.
    Las rocas en la playa son perfectas para recaudar fósiles.
    Solid material found in nature.
    On the trail, we found many interesting rocks.
    En el sendero encontramos muchas rocas interesantes.

    Etymology

    From Latin 'rocca', meaning 'stone' or 'block'.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    rocks in the road
    Obstacles or difficulties in a project.
    rocas en el camino
    to make rocks
    To be in trouble or difficulties.
    hacer rocas
    hard rock
    A strong or resilient person in the face of adversity.
    roca dura

    Related Words

    stone
    Solid mineral body, smaller than a rock.
    piedra
    mineral
    Natural element or compound, with a specific composition and crystalline structure.
    mineral
    sediment
    Material that settles at the bottom of bodies of water and can form sedimentary rocks.
    sedimento

    Slang Meanings

    Rocks as an indicator of a strong or hard hit.
    A rock fell on his head and left him dazed.
    Le cayó un rocas en la cabeza y se quedó aturdido.
    Referring to a strong or resilient person.
    That guy is a rock; he never gives up in the face of problems.
    Ese chico es una roca, nunca se rinde ante los problemas.