Velos (en. Veils)
/ˈbe.los/
Meaning & Definition
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noun
Substance or material used to cover or protect.
Bridal veils are a symbol of purity.
Los velos de novia son un símbolo de pureza.
A lightweight and translucent layer.
The lamp's veil diffuses the light softly.
El velo de la lámpara difunde la luz de manera suave.
Etymology
From the Latin 'velum', which means 'covering or veil'.
Common Phrases and Expressions
to take off the veil
To reveal a hidden truth.
quitarse el velo
let me see the veil
Allow me to observe what is being hidden.
déjame ver el velo
with a veil
Generally covered in a subtle or symbolic way.
con velo
Related Words
veil
Garment that covers the head and face.
velo
veiled
Something that is covered or hidden.
velado
to unveil
To reveal or make visible what was hidden.
desvelar
Slang Meanings
Veil as a symbol of secrets in a conversation.
What you're telling me has a veil of mystery.
Lo que me cuentas tiene un velo de misterio.
Referring to the superficiality of something that seems complex.
The situation is very veiled; we need to investigate more.
La situación está muy velada, hay que investigar más.