Valle (en. Valley)

/ˈbaʎe/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishSpanish

noun

Definition: Area of land located between mountains or hills that generally has a U shape.

Example Sentence: The Cairngorms valley is famous for its natural beauty.

El valle de los Cairngorms es famoso por su belleza natural.

Definition: Fertile area found along the course of a river.

Example Sentence: The crops in the valley are abundant thanks to the river's irrigation.

Los cultivos en el valle son abundantes gracias al riego del río.

Definition: Place where human communities can be found due to the availability of resources.

Example Sentence: The valley has been inhabited since ancient times.

El valle ha sido habitado desde tiempos antiguos.

Etymology/Origin: From Latin 'vallis', meaning 'valley'.

Common Phrase: valley of tears

Meaning: Expression referring to a place or situation of suffering.

valle de lágrimas

Common Phrase: to be in the valley

Meaning: To be in a state of sadness or misfortune.

estar en el valle

Common Phrase: fertile valley

Meaning: Description of a valley that has soil suitable for agriculture.

valle fértil

Related Word: mountain

Description: Natural elevation of land, opposite to a valley.

montaña

Related Word: hill

Description: Elevation of land that is lower than a mountain.

colina

Related Word: river

Description: Natural flow of water that often passes through a valley.

río

Slang Meaning: Used in some regions to describe a quiet and peaceful place.

Example: After such a hectic day, I just want to go to the valley to relax.

Después de un día tan agitado, solo quiero irme al valle a relajarme.

Slang Meaning: Used in expressions to indicate a state of emotional depression.

Example: Since the relationship ended, I am in a valley.

Desde que terminó la relación, estoy en un valle.