Rocío (en. Dew)
/roˈθio/
Meaning & Definition
EnglishSpanish
noun
A liquid substance in the form of small droplets that disperses in the air.
The morning dew covers the grass.
El rocío de la mañana cubre el césped.
A light rain in the form of small drops.
A ray of dew fell on the field.
Cayó un rayo de rocío sobre el campo.
Dripping or the release of liquid in the form of a spray.
The spray of the perfume was very fresh.
El rocío del perfume era muy fresco.
Etymology
It derives from the verb 'rociar,' which means to apply or spread a liquid.
Common Phrases and Expressions
morning dew
Humidity that forms on plants during the early hours of the day.
rocio de la mañana
to give a spray
To apply water or liquid in the form of a spray.
dar un roció
Related Words
nocturnal dew
Humidity that forms during the night in the environment.
rocío nocturno
to spray
A verb that means to spread a liquid in droplets.
rociar
Slang Meanings
Trusting spray
He gave me the trusting spray to speak in public.
Me dio el rocío de confianza para hablar en público.
To spray with information
He always sprays with information before a meeting.
Siempre rocía con información antes de una reunión.