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    Velada (en. Event)

    /beˈlaða/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishSpanish
    noun
    A meeting or event that takes place at night.
    The cultural evening at the theater was very exciting.
    La velada cultural en el teatro fue muy emocionante.
    An activity or event in which something is presented, typically artistic.
    We attended a poetry evening at the café.
    Asistimos a una velada de poesía en el café.
    A part of the night that is allocated for a special event or activity.
    The gala evening will be held at the hotel.
    La velada de gala se celebrará en el hotel.

    Etymology

    From the Spanish 'velada', which comes from 'velar', related to the idea of staying awake all night.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    dance evening
    Event dedicated to dance that takes place at night.
    velada de baile
    literary evening
    Meeting where literary works are presented and discussed.
    velada literaria
    music evening
    Concert or musical event held at night.
    velada de música

    Related Words

    to watch over
    To spend the night without sleeping; to be attentive during the night.
    velar
    night
    Period of time that passes between sunset and sunrise.
    noche
    event
    Important event that is prepared and organized.
    evento
    festival
    Public and festive celebration, often with cultural acts.
    festival

    Slang Meanings

    Evening at home
    We’re going to have an evening at home with friends.
    Vamos a hacer una velada en casa con amigos.
    Romantic evening
    I organized a romantic evening for her.
    Organicé una velada romántica para ella.