Rrio (en. River)

/ˈrrio/

Meaning & Definition

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noun
Body of natural water that flows, smaller than a river.
The rrio winds through the valley.
El rrio serpentea a través del valle.
Freshwater current that flows into a lake or sea.
The rrio brings life to the local fauna.
El rrio aporta vida a la fauna local.
Hole or channel through which water flows.
The rrio was dry due to the drought.
El rrio estaba seco debido a la sequía.

Etymology

From Latin 'rivus', which means stream of water.

Common Phrases and Expressions

in turbulent waters, fishermen's gain
Expression that refers to people who benefit from confusion or chaos.
a río revuelto, ganancia de pescadores

Related Words

river
Body of water larger than a rrio.
río
stream
Water current smaller than a river.
arroyo
tributary
River or rrio that flows into another.
afluente

Slang Meanings

Reference to a quiet place by a rrio.
We're going to camp by the rrio, it's a perfect place to relax.
Vamos a acampar al rrio, es un lugar perfecto para descansar.
Used in some contexts to describe a constant flow of something, like money.
The revenue stream doesn't stop with this project.
El rrio de ingresos no se detiene con este proyecto.